Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Johor Bahru?
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 Johor Bahru. 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 Johor Bahru?
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.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Johor Bahru $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is $57. 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 Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Johor Bahru $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Johor Bahru $80
Compare Hotels in Amman and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Johor Bahru? 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 Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Johor Bahru $13
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:
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $21
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport or Dead Sea or K.H.B: $30
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer From or To QAIA and Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $35
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman, Jordan: $35
- Amman Airport Private Luxury Transfer To Amman, Jordan: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore Van Transfer: $38
- ~Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Singapore MPV Transfer: $98
- Universal Studios Singapore with Optional One-Transfer: $111
- Universal Studios Singapore + Roundtrip Transfers: $130
- Singapore Universal Studio & S.E.A Aquarium-COMBO One-Day Pass(Shared transfer): $206
- Private Transfer from Johor Bahru city to Malacca Cruise Port: $51
- Private Transfer : Johor Bharu (JB) to Kuala Lumpur (KL): $108
- Private Singapore Departure Airport Transfer from Sentosa Island to Airport: $123
- Legoland Theme Park Ticket and Transfer (SIC-Shared transfer): $97
- Legoland Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur 1-way Transfer: $103
- Legoland Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur 1-way Transfer: $125
- LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru 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 $34Johor Bahru $9.24
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 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: $90
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $103
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $114
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johor Bahru
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johor Bahru.
- City Lights Cruise with Buffet Dinner + Free flow Wine & Beer: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Johor Bahru $7.59
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
- Private City Tour With Optional Traditional Food in Amman: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $35
- Amman Shooping Tour: $35
- Downtown Walking tour. History, Food, Culture: $37
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $44
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45
- Amman Night Tour, The Most Popular & Underground Places: $48
- Amman City Walking Tour, Traditions ,Culture, History & Food: $48
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- *15 Hrs Melaka Escorted Van Tour from Johor Bahru w' Tour Guide: $114
- *15Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Johor Bahru w' Tour Guide: $130
- 1 Day Legoland Malaysia Ticket: $22
- Admission Ticket to Universal Studio Singapore: $86
- Breakfast Cruise with International Breakfast (Buffet): $140
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour, Johor Bahru (Direct Entry): $25
- Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark Admission Ticket: $34
- Experience Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $21
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $4.70
- Fun and Adventurous Experience at Cove Water Park : $45
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 150 mins Self Ride Tour (Single): $168
- Johor Bahru : Seadoo JetSki 30mins Self Ride Tour (Double): $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Johor Bahru $4.95
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Johor Bahru, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Johor Bahru?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 59% larger than the population of Johor Bahru. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Johor Bahru, 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.