Should I Visit Amman or Islamabad for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Amman or Islamabad?

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 Islamabad. 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 Islamabad?

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.

Islamabad

Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Pakistan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan.

Which place is cheaper, Islamabad 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

Islamabad Prices
Pakistan Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Amman $135

Islamabad $52

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Islamabad is $52. 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 Islamabad in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Amman $49

Islamabad $20
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Amman $98

Islamabad $40

Compare Hotels in Amman and Islamabad

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Islamabad? 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 Islamabad Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Amman $24

Islamabad $7.61

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:

From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $249
Amman Private Transfer To Tel Aviv With VIP service: $240
Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $240
Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $223
Petra Transfer From Or To Amman: $220
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
Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
Amman Private Transfer To Jerusalem With VIP Service: $150
Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad

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

Transit Trip: Islamabad City Exploration Day Tour & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $110
Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
Islamabad Airport Transfers : $54
Airport Transfer/Pickup and Dropoff Karachi : $55

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Islamabad?

Prices for flights to both Islamabad 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

Islamabad $26

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 Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Amman $32

Islamabad $9.40

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
Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $300
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
2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $440
2 Days Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $95
2 Days Petra Private Guided Tour: $240
2 Days Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $240
2 Days Petra and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $240

Tours and Activities in Islamabad

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.

5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,650
From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
Full Day Tour To The Ancient City Of Taxila From Islamabad: $90
Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $90
Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
Islamabad Instagram Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive): $95
Islamabad and Rawalpindi Sightseeing Tour: $70
City Tour with Faisal Mosque and Lake View Park: $99

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Amman $14

Islamabad $2.86

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: $87

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Islamabad, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Islamabad 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 Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Islamabad.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Islamabad Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Amman or Islamabad?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Islamabad, 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 Islamabad?

Islamabad 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 Islamabad in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Islamabad. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.

It's very hot in Islamabad this time of the year. In July, Amman is generally cooler than Islamabad. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Islamabad fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Islamabad during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.

Islamabad receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Islamabad. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Amman 25°C (77°F)

Islamabad 32°C (90°F)

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Islamabad. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Amman is cooler than Islamabad in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Islamabad fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Islamabad. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 287 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets more rain in October than Islamabad. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Amman 20°C (68°F)

Islamabad 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Winter?

Both Islamabad and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.

In the winter, Amman is much colder than Islamabad. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Islamabad averages at about 14°C (57°F).

It's quite sunny in Islamabad. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Islamabad during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 213 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Islamabad. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Amman 8°C (46°F)

Islamabad 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Spring?

Both Islamabad 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 much colder than Islamabad. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Islamabad fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

In Islamabad, 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 Islamabad. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 258 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in April than Islamabad. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Amman 16°C (61°F)

Islamabad 27°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Islamabad and Amman

	Amman		Islamabad
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	8°C (46°F)	149 mm (5.9 in)	14°C (57°F)	34 mm (1.3 in)
Feb	9°C (48°F)	98 mm (3.9 in)	16°C (61°F)	50 mm (2 in)
Mar	12°C (54°F)	62 mm (2.4 in)	21°C (70°F)	61 mm (2.4 in)
Apr	16°C (61°F)	23 mm (0.9 in)	27°C (80°F)	37 mm (1.4 in)
May	21°C (70°F)	3 mm (0.1 in)	32°C (89°F)	32 mm (1.3 in)
Jun	24°C (75°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	35°C (94°F)	52 mm (2 in)
Jul	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	32°C (90°F)	237 mm (9.3 in)
Aug	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	31°C (89°F)	221 mm (8.7 in)
Sep	24°C (75°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	31°C (87°F)	78 mm (3.1 in)
Oct	20°C (68°F)	26 mm (1 in)	26°C (80°F)	12 mm (0.5 in)
Nov	14°C (57°F)	68 mm (2.7 in)	20°C (68°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec	10°C (50°F)	138 mm (5.4 in)	15°C (59°F)	30 mm (1.2 in)

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

Should you visit Amman or Islamabad?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Amman or Islamabad?

Amman

Islamabad

Which place is cheaper, Islamabad or Amman?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Amman and Islamabad

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Islamabad?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Amman

Tours and Activities in Islamabad

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Which is Bigger, Amman or Islamabad?

When is the best time to visit Amman or Islamabad?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Summer?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Autumn?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Winter?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Islamabad and Amman

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

Should you visit Amman or Islamabad?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Amman or Islamabad?

Amman

Islamabad

Which place is cheaper, Islamabad or Amman?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Amman and Islamabad

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Islamabad?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Amman

Tours and Activities in Islamabad

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Which is Bigger, Amman or Islamabad?

When is the best time to visit Amman or Islamabad?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Summer?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Autumn?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Winter?

Should I visit Amman or Islamabad in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Islamabad and Amman

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