A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Hamburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Hamburg?

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 Hamburg. 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 Hamburg?

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.

Hamburg

Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.


Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is $125. 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 Hamburg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Hamburg $58
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Hamburg $116
Compare Hotels in Amman and Hamburg

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Hamburg? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Hamburg


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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 Hamburg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Hamburg $31
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $23
  • Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
  • Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
  • Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
  • Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to the Dead Sea: $104
  • Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman By 7 Seat Minivan: $90
  • Amman Airport Private Transfers: $60
  • Amman Airport Transfer to many cities: $21
  • Amman Airport Transfer to/from Multi Destinations: $55
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:


  • Short Distance Ubahn Ticket
    $1.82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:

  • Roundtrip Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $83
  • Round Trip Transfer Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City by van: $210
  • Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $263
  • Private transfer: Hamburg City Center to Fuhlsbüttel Airport(HAM): $115
  • Private transfer from Fuhlsbüttel Airport to Hamburg City Center: $115
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $272
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM Departure : $41
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $236
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg Airport(HAM): $38
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg City to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $79
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg City to Fredericia Cruise Port: $97
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg City Hotels to Hamburg Cruise Port: $52

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Hamburg?

Prices for flights to both Hamburg 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $34
    Hamburg $37
Typical Food Prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • 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 Hamburg

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:


  • Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls
    $16
  • Currywurst and Pommes Frites
    $5.36
  • Donner Kebab and Coke
    $6.43
  • Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer
    $16
  • Donner Kebab Lunch
    $4.29
  • Sandwich and Coffee Break
    $6.43
  • Fish Sandwich from Fish Market
    $3.75
  • Coffee and Donut
    $4.29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.

  • St George's Culinary Food Tour: $48
  • St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
  • Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
  • Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
  • Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
  • St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $484
  • Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $592
  • Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $592

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Hamburg $42

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
  • Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • JR The Wine Experience: $26
  • Amman Shooping Tour: $35
  • Amman Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
  • History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
  • Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
  • Private Walking Tour in Amman With Local: $49
  • Amman Private City Tour: $50
  • Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50

Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg

Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Tower at St. Michael's Church
    $3.75

Tours and Activities in Hamburg

Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
  • Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
  • "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $70
  • "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $182
  • "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
  • 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
  • 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
  • 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
  • 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
  • 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
  • 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $76
  • 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Hamburg $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:

  • Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $22
  • Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
  • Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
  • Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
  • Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $404
  • Private Pub Crawl Tour: $404
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl: $517


When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Hamburg, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Hamburg is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Hamburg Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Hamburg?

Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?

Hamburg 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 Hamburg in the Summer?

Both Hamburg and Amman during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than Hamburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Hamburg averages at about 17°C (62°F).

In Hamburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in July than Hamburg. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Hamburg 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Amman or Hamburg in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Hamburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, most visitors come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Amman is generally much warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Hamburg 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Amman or Hamburg in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Hamburg. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Hamburg can be very cold. Amman is much warmer than Hamburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Hamburg fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.

Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Hamburg. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Hamburg 0°C (33°F)

Should I visit Amman or Hamburg in the Spring?

Both Hamburg and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.

In the spring, Amman is much warmer than Hamburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Hamburg averages at about 8°C (46°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Hamburg 8°C (46°F)

Typical Weather for Hamburg and Amman

Amman Hamburg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 0°C (33°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 1°C (34°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 4°C (39°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.3 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 15°C (60°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 2°C (35°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)