Which place is cheaper, Hofn or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Amman or Hofn?
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 Hofn. 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 Hofn?
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.
Hofn
Hofn is a very small fishing town on the southeast of Iceland, measuring just over half a mile across. It is best known for being located in the beautiful Vatnajokull Region, where the largest glacier in Europe is located. Hofn, and the surrounding area, is full of breathtaking natural scenery including lagoons, icefalls, and mountains.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, and The Best Luxury Tours to Iceland.
-
Amman Prices
Jordan PricesHofn Prices
Iceland Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Hofn $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Hofn is $205. 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 Hofn in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Hofn $112
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Hofn $224
Compare Hotels in Amman and Hofn
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Hofn? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Hofn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Hofn $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 to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
- Private Transfer from Amman Queen Alia Airport to Hotel in Petra: $253
- 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
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
- Private Transfer from Amman City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Hotels: $133
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hofn
Also for Hofn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Hofn Airport Hotel Transfer: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Hofn?
Prices for flights to both Hofn 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 dayAmman $58Hofn $72
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 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 Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Hofn $20
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
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 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 Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet 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 and Amman City Tour Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $195
Tours and Activities in Hofn
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hofn.
- Blue Ice Cave Exploration from Jökulsárlón (Small Group Tour): $257
- Crystal Ice Cave & Super Jeep Tour from Jökulsárlón: $176
- Ice Cave Tour in the National Park of Vatnajökull: $157
- Ice Exploration Tour from the Glacier Lagoon: $145
- Sapphire Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón - Extra Small Group: $238
- The Original Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: $195
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Hofn $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
- 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 Hofn, we can see that Hofn is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Hofn 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Hofn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hofn than you might in Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Hofn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Hofn?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 750 times larger than the population of Hofn. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Hofn, 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 Hofn?
Hofn 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 Hofn in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Hofn. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
Amman is much warmer than Hofn in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Hofn fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Hofn. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hofn receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Hofn 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hofn in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Hofn. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Hofn can be very cold. In the autumn, Amman is much warmer than Hofn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Hofn averages at about 4°C (40°F).
It's quite rainy in Hofn. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Hofn. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Hofn receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Hofn 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hofn in the Winter?
Both Hofn and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Hofn in the winter. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Hofn. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Hofn fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hofn. It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Hofn. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Hofn receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Hofn -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hofn in the Spring?
Both Hofn 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.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hofn. Amman is much warmer than Hofn in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Hofn fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Hofn. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hofn receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Hofn 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Hofn and Amman
| Amman | Hofn | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.