Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Guayaquil. 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.
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.
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Guayaquil in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Guayaquil, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Guayaquil is in South 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 53% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Guayaquil, 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Both Guayaquil and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Guayaquil. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Both Guayaquil 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Guayaquil. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Amman is generally cooler than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Guayaquil. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Amman is much colder than Guayaquil in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Guayaquil. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Amman is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Amman | Guayaquil | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |