Which place is cheaper, Fethiye 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 Fethiye?
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 Fethiye. 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 Fethiye?
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.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Fethiye $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Fethiye is $93. 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 Fethiye in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Fethiye $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Fethiye $66
Compare Hotels in Amman and Fethiye
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Fethiye? 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 Fethiye Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Fethiye $23
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 Private Transfer to Tel Aviv with VIP Service: $285
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem with VIP Service: $175
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $60
- Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $35
- Private Transfer from or to Dalaman Airport Fethiye and Oludeniz: $85
- Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $51
- Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $51
- Paragliding Oludeniz With Transfer - Fethiye, Turkey: $192
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $180
- Luxury Airport Transfers in Dalaman: $58
- Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $93
- Full-Day Scuba Diving Experience from Fethiye with Transfer: $70
- Full-Day Dalyan Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer from Fethiye: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Fethiye?
Prices for flights to both Fethiye 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 $58Fethiye $41
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:
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.15
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Soda$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fresh Garden Home Cooking with a Local Chef in Fethiye: $58
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
- Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class in Fethiye with Mel: $134
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Fethiye $26
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Bubble Experience: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$5.11
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.12
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Tour Max 30 People (No Loud Music): $61
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $89
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
- 4 Hours 12 Islands Group Tour: $111
- 4 Hours Oludeniz Group Tour: $111
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $89
- Bannana, Flyfish or Ringo Joy Ride Adventure at Ölüdeniz Beach: $40
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $198
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $111
- Discover Lycian Civilization Tlos, Xanthos and Patara Tour: $171
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Fethiye $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Fethiye, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Fethiye 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 Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Fethiye.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Fethiye Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Fethiye?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Fethiye, 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 Fethiye?
Fethiye 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 Fethiye in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Fethiye. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives around the same amount of rain as Fethiye. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Fethiye 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Fethiye in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Fethiye. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Amman is around the same temperature as Fethiye in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Fethiye fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Fethiye. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 249 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Fethiye. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Fethiye 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Amman or Fethiye in the Winter?
Both Fethiye and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
In the winter, Amman is cooler than Fethiye. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Fethiye averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Fethiye during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Fethiye receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Fethiye. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Fethiye receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Fethiye 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Amman or Fethiye in the Spring?
Both Fethiye and Amman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Fethiye. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Fethiye fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Fethiye. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fethiye receives 250 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Fethiye. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Fethiye 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)Fethiye 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Fethiye and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
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