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

Should you visit Amman or Kerala?

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 Kerala. 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 Kerala?

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.

Kerala

Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.

This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.

Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.

The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Kerala or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Kerala is $0.00. 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 Kerala in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Kerala -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Kerala $0.00
Compare Hotels in Amman and Kerala

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Kerala? 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 Kerala


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Kerala -
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:

  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $23
  • Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
  • Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
  • Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
  • Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to the Dead Sea: $104
  • Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman By 7 Seat Minivan: $90
  • Amman Airport Private Transfers: $60
  • Amman Airport Transfer to many cities: $21
  • Amman Airport Transfer to/from Multi Destinations: $55
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:

  • Trivandrum to Alleppey Private Transfer: $114
  • Trivandrum Airport Transfer to Trivandrum Hotels: $47
  • Private Transfer:Fort Kochi to Munnar: $100
  • Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Kochi Hotels: $50
  • Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Fort Kochi/City Hotels: $20
  • Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Cochin Port Cruise Ship Terminal: $45
  • Private Transfer from Trivandrum City to Trivandrum (TRV) Airport: $35
  • Private Transfer from Trivandrum Airport to Kovalam Hotel: $33
  • Private Transfer from Trivandrum Airport to City Hotel: $23
  • Private Transfer from Trivandrum (TRV) Airport to Trivandrum City: $35
  • Private Transfer from Kochi (COK) Airport to Kochi City: $41
  • Kochi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $18

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Kerala?

Prices for flights to both Kerala 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 $34
    Kerala -
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:

  • Amman:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
  • Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
  • 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
  • Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
  • 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.

  • Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
  • Private candle light dinner: $22
  • 4-Hour Private Cooking Class in Munnar: $26
  • Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $33
  • Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
  • Tyndis Fort Cochin Traditional Culinary Experience - Homely Food Tour in Kochi: $47
  • Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi with Dinner and Hotel Pick Up: $61
  • Traditional Kerala Cooking Class in a Local Home in Kochi: $66
  • Kochi Over View & Kathakali & Dinner.Tour: $75
  • Cooking experience in Kochi, a half day tour: $128
  • Kathakali Classical Dance Performance with Dinner: $141
  • Philipkutty's Farm Culinary Tour including Lunch and Cooking Demo: $284

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Kerala -

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
  • Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • JR The Wine Experience: $26
  • Amman Shooping Tour: $35
  • Amman Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
  • History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
  • Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
  • Private Walking Tour in Amman With Local: $49
  • Amman Private City Tour: $50
  • Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50

Tours and Activities in Kerala

Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Exclusive Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour Including Pickup from Cruise Ships: $14
  • Full Day Cochin Tour (From City Hotel Only): $59
  • Half Day Hiking in Munnar Trekking Tour: $15
  • Wild Elephant Anakulam & Waterfalls Tour(munnar valley Trekking): $61
  • "Day Trip to Varkala from Trivandrum (Guided Full Day City Tour)": $147
  • 12 Hours Private Munnar Tour from Kochi: $135
  • 2-Hours Street Food Guided Tour of Thiruvananthapuram: $25
  • 3 Nights 4 Days Munnar Alleppey Private Tour with Exclusive Houseboat Stay: $256
  • 3-4 hours Kochi Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup from Cruise Ships: $12
  • 4 Days Best of Kerala Tour with Private Houseboat, Sightseeing & Car: $211
  • 4 Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi From Cruise terminal: $12
  • 4 Hours Private Village Life Experience in Kochi with Pickup: $69

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Kerala -


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

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


Which has a larger population, Amman or Kerala?

Kerala has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Kerala, 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.

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