Which place is cheaper, Hat Yai or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Hat Yai?
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 Hat Yai. 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 Hat Yai?
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.
Hat Yai
The fourth largest city of Thailand, Hat Yai is a popular tourist destination, especially on weekends and holidays for people in neighboring Malaysia and Singapore. It is best known as a commercial hub and shopping destination, and for its floating market and Buddhist temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Hat Yai $16
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Hat Yai is $16. 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 Hat Yai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Hat Yai $5.11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Hat Yai $10
Compare Hotels in Amman and Hat Yai
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Hat Yai? 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 Hat Yai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Hat Yai $0.63
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:
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $20
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer : $21
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $25
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Private Transfer from / to Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $28
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport or Dead Sea or K.H.B: $30
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer From Amman To Different Cities: $33
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hat Yai
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hat Yai:
- private van transfer from Hatyai Airport to Pabara Pier: $68
- Transfer from Hatyai Airport to Koh Lipe: $25
- Private Van transfer from Hatyai City to Pak Bara Pier: $73
- Private Van transfer from Hatyai Airport to Pak Bara Pier: $73
- Private Hatyai Airport Transfer to Pak Bara Pier by Van: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Hat Yai?
Prices for flights to both Hat Yai 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 $34Hat Yai $10
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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Hat Yai
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hat Yai are as follows:
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Roti Snack$0.55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Hat Yai -
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 Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
- Half Day Tour: Jerash From Amman.: $52
- Downtown (Amman city) sightseeing 5 hours : $53
- From Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour: $53
Tours and Activities in Hat Yai
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hat Yai are as follows:
- One Way Speedboat and Van Ticket Koh Lipe to Hat Yai Airport: $30
- One Way Van and Speedboat Ticket Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Hat Yai $2.52
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hat Yai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hat Yai:
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Beer$1.64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Hat Yai, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Hat Yai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Hat Yai is in Asia, 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 Hat Yai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hat Yai 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 Hat Yai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Hat Yai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Hat Yai?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hat Yai. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Hat Yai, 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 Hat Yai?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Amman or Hat Yai in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Hat Yai. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hat Yai throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Hat Yai. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Hat Yai. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hat Yai receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hat Yai. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hat Yai. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hat Yai receives 206 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Amman is cooler than Hat Yai. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Hat Yai averages at about 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Hat Yai 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hat Yai in the Autumn?
Both Hat Yai and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hat Yai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Hat Yai is May to December. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hat Yai. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Hat Yai. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Hat Yai receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hat Yai during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Hat Yai receives 182 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman is generally cooler than Hat Yai. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Hat Yai fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Hat Yai 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hat Yai in the Winter?
Both Hat Yai and Amman during the winter 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 Hat Yai year-round.
January to April is the dry season in Hat Yai. Hat Yai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Hat Yai. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Hat Yai receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Hat Yai, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Amman often gets less sunshine than Hat Yai. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hat Yai receives 221 hours of full sun.
Amman is much colder than Hat Yai in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Hat Yai fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Hat Yai 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hat Yai in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Hat Yai. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Hat Yai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
January to April in Hat Yai is the dry season. Also, May to December is the rainy season in Hat Yai. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Hat Yai. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hat Yai receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hat Yai 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 Hat Yai during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Hat Yai receives 265 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Amman is much colder than Hat Yai. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Hat Yai averages at about 30°C (85°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Hat Yai 30°C (85°F)
Typical Weather for Hat Yai and Amman
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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) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 588 mm (23.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 404 mm (15.9 in) |
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