Which place is cheaper, Izmir 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 Izmir?
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 Izmir. 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 Izmir?
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.
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Izmir $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Izmir is $86. 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 Izmir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Izmir $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Izmir $86
Compare Hotels in Amman and Izmir
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Izmir? 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 Izmir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Izmir $21
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:
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Airport Transfer To/From The Dead Sea: $48
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $95
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer: $34
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman By Minivan: $65
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- İzmir Airport Transfer to Bodrum, Didim, Kusadasi, Cesme, Fethiye: $51
- İzmir Airport Private Transfer Service: $75
- izmir kusadasi transfer: $70
- Vip Airport Transfer: $70
- VIP Private Transfer | Izmir Airport to Kusadasi or Selcuk: $170
- VIP Mercedes Vito Transfers in Izmir or Intercity: $59
- Transfer İzmir Airport to/from Kusadasi City Center Area: $82
- Transfer to Izmir airport from Kusadasi: $81
- Transfer from Izmir to Didim: $282
- Transfer Trapani Airport: $59
- Transfer From izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Selcuk Ephesus: $89
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Gümüldür, Seferihisar: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Izmir?
Prices for flights to both Izmir 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 $58Izmir $30
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 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Izmir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Izmir.
- Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class with Locals: $76
- Authentic Dinner Cooking with a Local Family in İzmir: $90
- Private Food tour in Europe and Asian Side of Istanbul: $294
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Izmir $14
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman by Night Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Hotels: $294
- Alaçatı & Çeşme Chill Tour: Vibes, Streets & Snapshots: $120
- BEST SELLER Small Group Ephesus Tour from Izmir: $117
- Best of Ephesus and Virgin Mary Tour From Port/Hotel/Airport: $225
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Budget - Friendly Ephesus Tour from Izmir: $41
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $71
- Customized Ephesus Private Tour / FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY: $170
- Customized Ephesus Tour with Lunch: $188
- Daily Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Tour from Izmir: $159
- EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR From Izmir Port: $116
- Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour from İzmir: $145
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Izmir $6.26
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $276
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Izmir, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Izmir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Izmir 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 Izmir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Izmir 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 Izmir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Izmir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Izmir?
Izmir has a larger population, and is about 96% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Izmir, 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 Izmir?
Izmir 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 Izmir in the Summer?
Both Izmir 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. Furthermore, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Izmir this time of year.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Izmir. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Izmir fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Izmir. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 378 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets more rain in July than Izmir. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Izmir 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Izmir in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Izmir. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Izmir for the city's sights and attractions.
Amman is around the same temperature as Izmir in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Izmir fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Izmir during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 232 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Izmir. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Izmir 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Amman or Izmir in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Izmir. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Izmir in the winter for the cuisine.
In the winter, Amman is cooler than Izmir. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Izmir averages at about 9°C (48°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Izmir. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Izmir receives 131 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Izmir. Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Izmir. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Izmir 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Amman or Izmir in the Spring?
Both Izmir 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 Izmir for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Izmir. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Izmir fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Izmir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Izmir during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Izmir receives 231 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Izmir. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Izmir receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Izmir 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Izmir and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 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.