Which place is cheaper, Hvar 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 Hvar?
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 Hvar. 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 Hvar?
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.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Hvar $242
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $242. 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 Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Hvar $95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Hvar $190
Compare Hotels in Amman and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Hvar? 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 Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Hvar $59
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 Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.79
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $19
- Queen Alia Airport to Amman – Private Transfer with Wi-Fi: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman City: $21
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations: $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar 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 $58Hvar $111
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:
- 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
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Cooking Class on Hvar Island: A Farm-to-Table Experience: $189
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $206
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $295
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Hvar $22
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman by Night Private Tour: $20
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman Private Guided City Tour: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo and Ma'in Private Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $24
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $32
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $118
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $112
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $152
- Beautiful Sites of Hvar -Private Walking Tour: $279
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $118
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $118
- Blue Cave, Blue Lagoon, Pakleni Islands Group boat tour from Hvar: $117
- Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $116
- Boat Tour at Delfina Hvar: $96
- Boutique Hvar Cycling Experience | Hosted by a Local Family: $159
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Hvar $23
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $92
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $116
- Sunset E Bike Tour and Wine Tasting on Hvar Island: $124
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $136
- Wine Tasting Tour: $170
- Exclusive Hvar Wine Tour - Scenic Views & Local Wines: $189
- Stari Grad Private Tuk Tuk Tour with Wine Tasting: $259
- From Split: Private Blue Lagoon & Pakleni with Wine Tasting: $2,567
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Hvar, we can see that Hvar 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 Hvar 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Hvar?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 350 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Hvar, 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 Hvar?
Hvar 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 Hvar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Hvar. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hvar because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Amman is around the same temperature as Hvar in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hvar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Hvar. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Hvar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hvar in the Autumn?
Both Hvar and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
In the autumn, Amman is a little warmer than Hvar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Hvar averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Hvar. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Hvar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hvar in the Winter?
Both Hvar 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Hvar for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Hvar. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Hvar. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Hvar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Amman or Hvar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Hvar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Hvar in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Amman is around the same temperature as Hvar in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Hvar. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Hvar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Hvar and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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