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

Should you visit Amman or Houston?

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 Houston. 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 Houston?

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.

Houston

The largest city in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, Houston is a sprawling urban center that has grown from its wealth in the oil industry. Visitors today are drawn to its cultural diversity which has additionally made Houston a foodie destination. Other attractions to Houston include its proximity to NASA's Space Center Houston on the Gulf coast, and its Downtown which features a vibrant museum and arts scene, shopping, and dining.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Houston or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Amman Prices
    Jordan Prices
    Houston Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Amman $135
    Houston $287

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Houston is $287. 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 Houston in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Houston $142
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Houston $284
Compare Hotels in Amman and Houston

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Houston? 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 Houston


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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 Houston Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Houston $72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

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


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.70
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

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

  • Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
  • Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $33
  • Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $35
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multi Destinations: $21
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $240
  • Amman Airport Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet and Assist Service : $95
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to/from Aqaba Hotels: $133

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Houston

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Houston:

  • Sedan Airport Transfer in Houston: $165
  • Private Transfer IAH Airport to Houston Space Center Galveston: $42
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Houston George Bush Airport (IAH): $51
  • Houston to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) - Departure Private Transfer: $196
  • Houston William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Houston - Arrival Private Transfer: $196
  • Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Houston - Arrival Private Transfer: $196
  • Departure Private Transfer: Houston to George Bush Airport IAH in Luxury SUV: $104
  • Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Luxury SUV: $104

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Houston?

Prices for flights to both Houston 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 $58
    Houston $60
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:

  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
  • Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
  • Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $160
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Houston

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

  • Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston with Tunnel Access: $70
  • Houston Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $85
  • Houston Downtown: Secret Food Tours: $85
  • Howdy H-Town EADO Food Tour: $90
  • East Downtown Food Tour: $90
  • Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston: $90
  • Houston Heights Culture and Food Tour: $95

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Houston $14

Tours and Activities in Amman

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

  • Amman Shopping Private Tour: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour: $20
  • JR The Wine Experience: $25
  • Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
  • Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
  • City Tour with Guide and Transport to/from Hotel: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
  • Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $41
  • Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
  • Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
  • Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45

Tours and Activities in Houston

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

  • H- Town Tour with 15ft Open Air Party Truck : $46
  • Houston Ghosts and Hauntings By US Ghost Adventures: $25
  • 2-Hour Private Sightseeing Cart Tour of Houston and Galveston: $256
  • Astroville Best of Houston City Driving Tour with Live Guide: $45
  • Astroville Driving Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transportation: $85
  • Astroville Houston Tunnel Tour (in Spanish): $30
  • Astroville Tunnel Tour & NASA Space Center Ticket/Transportation: $85
  • Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned): $30
  • Bike and Brunch City Tour in Houston: $40
  • Brazos Bend Wildlife and Nature Tour: $125
  • Color Factory Houston Ticket: $29
  • Downtown Astroville Tunnel Tour in Spanish: $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Houston $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: $64

Sample the Local Flavors in Houston

Also in Houston, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Brewery Pass with Beer Tastings: $50
  • Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart: $57
  • 2-Hour Downtown Brewery Tour by Electric Cart: $70
  • Private 3-in-1 Sightseeing, Brewery, and Mural Tour of Houston by Cart: $115


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Houston, we can see that Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Houston 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 Houston Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Houston?

Houston has a larger population, and is about 59% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Houston, 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 Houston?

Houston 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 Houston in the Summer?

Both Houston 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, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Houston this time of year.

Amman is cooler than Houston in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Houston fluctuates around 84°F (29°C).

Houston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Houston. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Houston receives 4.8 inches (122 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Houston 84°F (29°C)

Should I visit Amman or Houston in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Houston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many travelers come to Houston for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.

In the autumn, Amman is around the same temperature as Houston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Houston averages at about 71°F (22°C).

Houston receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Houston. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Houston receives 4.2 inches (107 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Houston 71°F (22°C)

Should I visit Amman or Houston in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Houston. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Houston in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Amman is generally cooler than Houston. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Houston fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).

Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Houston. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Houston receives 3.6 inches (91 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Houston 52°F (11°C)

Should I visit Amman or Houston in the Spring?

Both Houston 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, most visitors come to Houston for the activities around the city during these months.

Amman is cooler than Houston in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Houston fluctuates around 70°F (21°C).

In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Houston. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Houston receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Houston 70°F (21°C)

Typical Weather for Houston and Amman

Amman Houston
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 52°F (11°C) 3.6 inches (91 mm)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 55°F (13°C) 3.1 inches (79 mm)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 63°F (17°C) 2.8 inches (71 mm)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 70°F (21°C) 3.1 inches (78 mm)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 76°F (25°C) 5.2 inches (132 mm)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 81°F (27°C) 6.4 inches (163 mm)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 84°F (29°C) 4.8 inches (122 mm)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 83°F (29°C) 4.4 inches (113 mm)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 80°F (27°C) 5.6 inches (143 mm)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 71°F (22°C) 4.2 inches (107 mm)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 63°F (17°C) 4.1 inches (104 mm)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 55°F (13°C) 3.4 inches (87 mm)