Which place is cheaper, Edinburgh or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh?
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.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the moderately sized capital of Scotland. It is a medieval city that has managed to perfect the combination of Georgian architecture and medieval relics with a cosmopolitan population and avant-garde atmosphere. The city's population is quite young, in large part because of the University of Edinburgh. This youthful vibe gives this city a lot of vitality. There's a thriving nightlife, many restaurants, theatres, galleries and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Edinburgh $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Edinburgh is $178. 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 Edinburgh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Edinburgh $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Edinburgh $186
Compare Hotels in Amman and Edinburgh
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Edinburgh $21
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Dead Sea : $60
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $39
- Private Transfer to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
- Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Edinburgh:
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Local Bus$4.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edinburgh
Also for Edinburgh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Royal Highland Braemar Gathering, transfer from Edinburgh: $56
- Private Transfer from South Queensferry Port to Glasgow Hotels: $50
- Private Transfer from South Queensferry Port to Edinburgh hotels: $28
- Private Transfer from South Queensferry Port to Edinburgh Airport: $28
- Private Transfer from Glasgow city or GLA Airport to Edinburgh by Business Car: $157
- Private Transfer from Edinburgh to Gleneagles Hotel : $280
- Private Transfer from Edinburgh Hotels to Newhaven Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Edinburgh Airport to South Queensferry Port: $28
- Private Transfer - South Queensferry Port to Glasgow Airport(GLA): $46
- Private Tour with transfer from Newhaven Cruise Port to Glasgow.: $298
- Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport: $41
- Private Luxury Transfer Edinburgh (One Way - 7 Passengers): $257
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Edinburgh?
Prices for flights to both Edinburgh 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 $34Edinburgh $49
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:
- Amman:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
- Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$11
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Dinner at Filling Station$13
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Lunch for Two$19
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Sandwich$2.32
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Cheese & bread$9.07
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Thai Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$31
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2 Coffees and Scones$7.28
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Turkish Delight$1.76
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Soup at the Pub$7.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $31
- Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Scottish Dinner and Folk Music Experience: $88
- Edinburgh Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $90
- Edinburgh Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $90
- Edinburgh Food Tour: $100
- 'Scotland meets Sardinia' - 8-course Dinner in Leith, Edinburgh: $110
- 3-Hour Guided Secret Food Tour: $116
- Edinburgh Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $121
- The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour: $162
- Edinburgh Food Tour with a Local Foodie Custom & Private: $188
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Edinburgh $25
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $200
- 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
- 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
- 2 Days Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $631
- 2 Private Tour Days From Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Amman: $275
Typical Entertainment Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Edinburgh's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Show Tickets$40
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Movie Tickets for Two$15
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Donation for Storytellers$7.53
Tours and Activities in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Edinburgh's Landscapes Tours with a Local Guide: Private & Personalized: $153
- 1-Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour from Edinburgh: $79
- 1.5 hour Firth of Forth Sightseeing cruise: $23
- 2-Day Highlands and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh: $261
- 2-Day Loch Lomond, West Highlands, Glencoe & Oban Tour: $183
- 3 Hours Edinburgh City Highlights Private Walking Tour: $273
- 3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh: $234
- 3-Hour Private Edinburgh Castle Tour: $275
- Afternoon Old Town and Underground Ghost Tour 1:15, 3:15, 5:15: $19
- Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Tour from Edinburgh: $72
- Alnwick Castle, Northumberland & Scottish Borders 1-Day Tour: $74
- Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Tour with Admission: $103
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Edinburgh $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Edinburgh
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Edinburgh from other travelers:
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Beer & Wine$18
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Half Pint at Tollbooth Tavern$2.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Edinburgh
Also in Edinburgh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Discounts: $11
- Edinburgh Bar Crawl: 5+ Venues, Free Shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Pub Crawl in Edinburgh: $19
- Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with "Real-Actors": $25
- East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting: $26
- Guided Gin Tasting at 56 North Distillery: $28
- Pub Crawl 7 Bars with 6 Shots: $31
- Whisky Tasting and Tales at Summerhall Distillery: $31
- Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting: $31
- Pickering's Gin Jolly Distillery Tasting Tour: $31
- Visit a Working South Loch Gin Distillery: $32
- The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Edinburgh, we can see that Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh is in Europe, 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 Edinburgh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Edinburgh?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Edinburgh. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Edinburgh, 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.
When is the best time to visit Amman or Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Amman or Edinburgh in the Summer?
Both Edinburgh and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Edinburgh because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Amman is much warmer than Edinburgh in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Edinburgh fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Edinburgh during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Edinburgh receives 163 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Edinburgh. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Edinburgh 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Amman or Edinburgh in the Autumn?
Both Edinburgh and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Edinburgh this time of year.
In the autumn, Amman is much warmer than Edinburgh. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Edinburgh averages at about 10°C (49°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Edinburgh. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Edinburgh receives 90 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Edinburgh. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Edinburgh 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Amman or Edinburgh in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Edinburgh. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many travelers come to Edinburgh for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Edinburgh. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Edinburgh. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Edinburgh fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Edinburgh during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Edinburgh receives 48 hours of full sun in the winter.
Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Edinburgh. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Edinburgh 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Amman or Edinburgh in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Edinburgh. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Edinburgh in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Amman is much warmer than Edinburgh in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Edinburgh fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Edinburgh. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Edinburgh receives 132 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Edinburgh. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Edinburgh 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Edinburgh and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
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