Which place is cheaper, Denver or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Amman or Denver?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Denver. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Amman or Denver?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
Denver
The capital of Colorado, Denver is commonly referred to as "The Mile-High City" because it is at an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,600 meters) above sea level. It also sits where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, giving a beautiful backdrop for this metropolitan city. The city is the largest in the Rocky Mountains with a population of more than 600,000 and nearly 3 million in the metropolitan area. Denver is a cosmopolitan city with cowboy roots. It's cultural scene is thriving, and the outdoor recreation in the area is superb. Denver is a rapidly growing city but with change comes challenges. Urban sprawl is a problem and the city's infrastructure has reached its limits. Still, efforts are in place to maintain the character and personality that Denver is known for.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, and The Best Walking Tours in United States of America.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Denver $248
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Denver is $248. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Amman and Denver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Denver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Denver $174
Compare Hotels in Amman and Denver
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Denver? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Amman Hotel Prices and Denver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Denver $101
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.55
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $22
- Private Transfer From Amman To Multi Destinations: $22
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $25
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels: $25
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra: $26
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Denver
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Denver:
- Private Transfer from Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Luxury Van: $146
- Private Transfer Denver International Airport DEN to Denver City: $116
- Private Transfer Denver Airport DEN to Hot Ski Resorts: $65
- Private One-way Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport: $186
- Private One Way Transfer From and To Denver Colorado: $200
- Private Arrival Transfer from Denver International Airport: $125
- Keystone resort to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $141
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $146
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury SUV: $139
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Business Car: $109
- Denver hotel or address to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $120
- Denver Airport (DEN): Private Transfer to Denver hotels: $268
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Denver?
Prices for flights to both Denver and Amman change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAmman $58Denver $73
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- The Jordanian House, Cooking Class, Culture Beer&Wine: $73
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $150
Typical Food Prices in Denver
Some typical examples of dining costs in Denver are as follows:
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Sushi Dinner (for 2)$61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Denver
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Denver.
- Denver : Paella Cooking Class With Local Chef: $55
- Denver : Hands-on Cooking Classes With Chef Kevin: $60
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Denver: $75
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $79
- Mystery Puzzle Food Tour in Golden, CO: $80
- Denver RiNo Arts District Food Tour: $80
- Downtown Denver Food Tour: $80
- Dinner Food Tour in RiNo Denver : $99
- Downtown Denver Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- RiNo Evening Food Tour with a Local Guide: $99
- walking Secret Food Tour: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Denver $52
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Islamic Private Tour: $30
- Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour : $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Amman City Walking Tour, Culture, Hidden gems: $32
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Full Day Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $45
- Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Denver
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Denver are as follows:
- 1.5 Hour RiNo Art District Walking Tour: $28
- 3 Hour Private Walking Tour in Denver with Professional Guide: $245
- Back to the Diner Puzzle Room Experience: $33
- Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favorites: $39
- Best of Denver Walking Tour: $26
- Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver: $139
- Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver: $99
- Colorado Rockies Baseball Game Ticket at Coors Field: $16
- Colorado: Red Rocks, Dinosaur Tracks, & Gold Mine Tour: $169
- Dark Side of Denver – RiNo’s True Crime and Murals Tour: $25
- Denver - Capitol Hill Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $28
- Denver Art and Culture Odyssey: Private Walking Tour: $277
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Denver $5.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman: $87
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $140
Sample the Local Flavors in Denver
Also in Denver, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Neighborhood Bar Crawl in RiNo Arts District (Denver): $35
- Downtown Denver Pub Crawl - Food & Drinks Included!: $35
- Denver Street Art & Murals Tour + Brewery Visit/Beer Tasting: $39
- Golden Ghosts & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $45
- Buds & Brews Cannabis Grow Tour and Brewery Visit: $67
- Wild West Pub Crawl: $68
- Wine Tasting with Cheese, Charcuterie, and Dessert : $74
- Sushi Making Class at a Local Brewery in Denver: $75
- Denver Pedicab Brewery Tour: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Denver, we can see that Denver is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Denver is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Denver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Denver than you might in Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Denver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Denver?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Denver. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Denver, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.