Which place is cheaper, Honolulu or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Honolulu?
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 Honolulu. 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 Honolulu?
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.
Honolulu
Hawaii's capital city of Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is the state's center for government, finance, and transportation. It's also the home of Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous beaches in the state of Hawaii. Nearly one million people live in this Honolulu metropolitan area. This is almost 80% of the state's population. The city is not the relaxed Hawaiian destination that you might be searching for, but is instead a fast paced, cosmopolitan city. In addition to attracting many tourists every year, you'll also find international businesses, military defense and a diverse culture and population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Honolulu $284
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Honolulu is $284. 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 Honolulu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Honolulu $183
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Honolulu $366
Compare Hotels in Amman and Honolulu
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Honolulu? 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 Honolulu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Honolulu $26
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 to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Amman Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $275
- Amman Or Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Kings Way: $260
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Petra Full Day Tour with Hotel Transfer: $204
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $167
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Honolulu
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Honolulu are as follows:
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Rental Car for One Day$35
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Airport Shuttle for Two$30
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Hilton Parking$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Honolulu
Also for Honolulu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 【ARRIVAL】Honolulu Airport -Private Transfer to Waikiki: $70
- VIP Transfer: Ko Olina to Honolulu Airport or Vice Versa: $199
- VIP Transfer Between Waikiki and Honolulu Airport, Vice versa: $139
- VIP Transfer Between Waikiki & Honolulu Airport, /vice versa: $136
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Honolulu HTL-APT (HNL): $81
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal: $39
- Shared Departure Transfer: Oahu Hotels or Cruise Terminal to Honolulu Airport: $20
- Shared Departure Transfer from Waikiki Hotels to Honolulu Airport: $18
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal: $20
- Shared Arrival Transfer from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki Hotels: $18
- Private Transfers between HNL Airport and Honolulu City: $56
- Private Transfer: Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Sedan: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Honolulu?
Prices for flights to both Honolulu 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 $34Honolulu $53
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 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 Honolulu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Honolulu:
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Dinner for Two$73
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Lapperts Hawaii Ice Cream$5.55
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Chai's Island Bistro (for 2)$53
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Cheeseburger Waikiki (for 2)$34
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Matsumoto Shave Ice (for 2)$7.50
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Hot Dog with the Fixins'$8.30
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Sushi Dinner for Two$73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hawaii Food Tour - Off The Beaten Path : $150
- Oahu Da Local's Food Tour: $150
- Lanai Tabura curated Private Aloha Plate Food Tour from Honolulu: $239
- Brewery and Local Food Tour: $480
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Honolulu $40
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $200
- 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
- 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
- 2 Days Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $631
- 2 Private Tour Days From Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Amman: $275
Typical Entertainment Prices in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Parking for Hike$5.00
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Pearl Harbor Audio Tour for Two$12
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2 hr Dinner Cruise$85
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1 Day Kayak Rental$36
Tours and Activities in Honolulu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Honolulu.
- Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial, small group Tour: $80
- 'Lost' and Movie Tour: $200
- 1 Hour Private Luxury Classic Car Sightseeing City Tour Honolulu: $138
- 3 Hour Sightseeing *SPECIALTY Tour: $149
- 3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada: $65
- 3 Hour Waikiki Waterslide and Ocean Playground Cruise: $113
- 3-Hour Adventure in Waikiki Water Park Adventure: $127
- 3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure: $99,999
- 5 Hour Half Day Island Jeep Tour: $190
- 5 Hour Small Group Tour in Pearl Harbor and Honolulu: $145
- 5-Star Oahu Sightseeing with local food & shrimp plate included: $133
- 6 Hour Local Food Plate Jeep Tour: $230
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Honolulu $6.47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Honolulu, we can see that Honolulu 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 Honolulu is in North 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 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 Honolulu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Honolulu 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 Honolulu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Honolulu?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Honolulu. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Honolulu, 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 Honolulu?
Honolulu 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 Honolulu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Honolulu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Honolulu because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Honolulu. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Honolulu fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Honolulu this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Honolulu during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Honolulu receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Honolulu. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Honolulu 81°F (27°C)
Should I visit Amman or Honolulu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Honolulu. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Honolulu this time of year.
Amman is cooler than Honolulu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Honolulu fluctuates around 80°F (26°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Honolulu. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Honolulu. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Honolulu receives 246 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Honolulu. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Honolulu 80°F (26°C)
Should I visit Amman or Honolulu in the Winter?
Both Honolulu 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 Honolulu for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Honolulu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Honolulu averages at about 73°F (23°C).
It's quite sunny in Honolulu. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Honolulu during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Honolulu receives 212 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Honolulu. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Honolulu 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Amman or Honolulu in the Spring?
Both Honolulu 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. Furthermore, many visitors come to Honolulu in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In April, Amman is generally much colder than Honolulu. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Honolulu fluctuates around 76°F (24°C).
In Honolulu, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Honolulu. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Honolulu receives 253 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Honolulu. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Honolulu 76°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Honolulu and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
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.