Which place is cheaper, Jakarta 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 Jakarta?
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 Jakarta. 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 Jakarta?
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.
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Jakarta $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Jakarta is $77. 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 Jakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Jakarta $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Jakarta $66
Compare Hotels in Amman and Jakarta
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Jakarta? 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 Jakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Jakarta $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:
- Private Transfer to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $359
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- From Private Petra Full Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $260
- Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $220
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman or Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra: $160
- Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $155
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$1.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Jakarta HTL-APT (CGK): $21
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Jakarta APT-HTL (CGK): $21
- Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport: Transfer to Jakarta: $29
- Soekarno Hatta Int. Airport To Bogor city ( Private Transfer ): $35
- Private: Car Transfer Soekarno Hatta To Jakarta: $12
- Private Transfer from West Jakarta to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $31
- Private Transfer from Tebet to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $31
- Private Transfer from Tanah Abang to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $31
- Private Transfer from Sunter to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $31
- Private Transfer from Sumur Batu to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $31
- Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regency to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $166
- Private Transfer from Sukarasa Tangerang to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Jakarta?
Prices for flights to both Jakarta 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 $58Jakarta $29
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 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 Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $160
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.77
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Dinner$0.75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $55
- Jakarta Night Life Tour with highlight and food tour: $56
- Kota Tua Food Tour: $64
- Melawai Night Street Food Tour: $67
- 10-Tasting Private Food Tour with a Local Host: $98
- Halfday Batavia by Night with dinner at Cafe Batavia & souvenir: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Jakarta $13
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
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $300
- Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $215
- 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
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra and Wadi Rum Private Guided Tour: $175
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- 3 Days Ujung Kulon National Park Private Guided Tour: $1,902
- 4 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Most Tourist Attractions): $55
- A day casual walking tour in The City of Jakarta: $37
- Afternoon Guided Chinatown Tour in Jakarta : $53
- Afternoon city tour Jakarta: $82
- Baduy Tribal Tracker and Village in Private Tour Full Day & Lunch: $130
- Bandung City Tour Mountain Volcano and Hotspring ( Start From Jakarta): $154
- Bandung City Tour with High-Speed Rail (Whoosh) from Jakarta: $212
- Bandung City Tour with High-Speed Rail (Whoosh) from Jakarta: $155
- Bandung Private Tour Mountain Volcano and Hotspring ( Overland ): $175
- Bandung Tour : Volcano, Coffee Fields, Hot Springs Water: $122
- Batik Course & City Tour Jakarta: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Jakarta $4.29
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
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Jakarta, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Jakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Jakarta 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 Jakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jakarta 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 Jakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Jakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Jakarta?
Jakarta has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Jakarta, 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.
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.