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

Should you visit Amman or Kaunas?

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 Kaunas. 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 Kaunas?

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.

Kaunas

Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius.


Which place is cheaper, Kaunas or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

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



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Kaunas $49
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Kaunas $98
Compare Hotels in Amman and Kaunas

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Kaunas? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Kaunas


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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 Kaunas Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Kaunas $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • 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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:

  • CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $61
  • CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $70

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Kaunas?

Prices for flights to both Kaunas 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
    Kaunas $67
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 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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Kaunas $21

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 Kaunas

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:

  • Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
  • Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
  • Kaunas Old Town : Private Ghost Tour: $299
  • Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $59
  • Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $477
  • Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $299
  • Kaunas to Hill of Crosses via Šiluva and Tytuvėnai Private Tour: $259
  • Kaunas to Zemaitija National Park Nature and Heritage Tour: $259
  • Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
  • 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
  • Old Town Private Ghost Tour: $477
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $54

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Kaunas $18

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


When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Kaunas, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Kaunas is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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


Which is Bigger, Amman or Kaunas?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Kaunas, 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 Kaunas?

Kaunas 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 Kaunas in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Kaunas. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.

In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than Kaunas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Kaunas averages at about 18°C (64°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kaunas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Kaunas. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kaunas receives 256 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in July than Kaunas. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Kaunas 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Amman or Kaunas in the Autumn?

Both Kaunas 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, many travelers come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In October, Amman is generally much warmer than Kaunas. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Kaunas fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Kaunas during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Kaunas receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Kaunas. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Kaunas 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Amman or Kaunas in the Winter?

Both Kaunas 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 visitors come to Kaunas in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Kaunas can get quite cold in the winter. Amman is much warmer than Kaunas in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Kaunas fluctuates around -5°C (23°F).

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Kaunas. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kaunas receives 40 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Kaunas. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Kaunas -5°C (23°F)

Should I visit Amman or Kaunas in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Kaunas. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Kaunas for the activities around the city during these months.

In the spring, Amman is much warmer than Kaunas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Kaunas averages at about 7°C (44°F).

In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Kaunas during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Kaunas receives 175 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Kaunas. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Kaunas 7°C (44°F)

Typical Weather for Kaunas and Amman

Amman Kaunas
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) -5°C (23°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) -4°C (25°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 0°C (33°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 7°C (44°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (62°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 8°C (46°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) -2°C (28°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)