Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima?
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 Hiroshima. 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 Hiroshima?
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.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Hiroshima $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Hiroshima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Hiroshima $122
Compare Hotels in Amman and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Hiroshima? 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 Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Hiroshima $9.23
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 Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $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
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem: $175
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Private Amman Airport Transfer to Petra, Reliable Shuttle Service: $160
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Hiroshima Port Terminal ↔ Hiroshima: $116
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $160
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $178
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $160
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $178
- Private Transfer Hiroshima Airport HIJ to Hiroshima City: $133
- Private Transfer Hiroshima Airport: $269
- Private Airport Transfer: Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) ↔ Hotel in City: $189
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $244
- Hiroshima City: Private Transfer to/from Hiroshima Airport: $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima 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 $58Hiroshima $48
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 by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- 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
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima and International Style Okonomiyaki Dinner at Mitchan: $19
- Hiroshima Night Walk & Traditional Okonomiyaki Dinner Tour: $52
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class with a Local Chef: $59
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $93
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
- Hiroshima Peace Bicycle Tour and Okonomiyaki Dinner: $105
- Authentic Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Cooking Class in a Japanese Home: $126
- Refined Japanese Home Cooking Class Private Lesson in HIROSHIMA: $149
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $182
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $221
- Hiroshima Food Tour with a Local Foodie, 100% Personalised & Private: $291
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Hiroshima $5.12
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 Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 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 Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $185
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour All Inclusive: $195
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- 1-Day Tour: Hiroshima Hidden Gems & Highlights: $161
- 1DAY Hiroshima Miyajima and Bomb Dome Private Tour: $222
- 4 Hour Private Hiroshima City Walking Tour: $100
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $20
- Amazing Private City Tour with a Local Guide: $135
- An Amazing set of Cultural experience: Kimono, Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy: $131
- Bomb to bloom Highlights of Hiroshima walking group tour: $28
- Calligraphy and Sake Experience in Saijo, Hiroshima: $83
- Experience the Soul of A Peaceful Koto Workshop: $53
- Foodie Bike Tour in Hiroshima Taste Local Delights: $95
- From City and Miyajima Island 1-Day Bus Tour: $122
- From Rabbit Island and Takehara Town Tour: $178
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Hiroshima $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Hiroshima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hiroshima:
- Half-Day Saijo Tour Sake Tasting and Brewery Tour in Hiroshima: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Hiroshima, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Hiroshima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Hiroshima?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Hiroshima, 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 Hiroshima?
Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Hiroshima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Hiroshima because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Hiroshima. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Hiroshima fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hiroshima during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Hiroshima receives 194 hours of full sun in the summer.
Hiroshima receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Hiroshima. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Hiroshima 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hiroshima in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Hiroshima. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the shopping scene are the main draw to Hiroshima this time of year.
Amman is a little warmer than Hiroshima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Hiroshima fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hiroshima. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hiroshima receives 193 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Hiroshima. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Hiroshima 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hiroshima in the Winter?
Both Hiroshima and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Hiroshima for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hiroshima. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Hiroshima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Hiroshima averages at about 4°C (40°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hiroshima during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Hiroshima receives 153 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Hiroshima. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Hiroshima 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hiroshima in the Spring?
Both Hiroshima 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 a little warmer than Hiroshima. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Hiroshima fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hiroshima. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hiroshima receives 193 hours of full sun.
Hiroshima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Hiroshima. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Hiroshima 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Hiroshima and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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