Which place is cheaper, Koh Lanta or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Koh Lanta?
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 Koh Lanta. 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 Koh Lanta?
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.
Koh Lanta
Located on the southern coast of Thailand is a place populated by long beaches and diving hotspots. Consisting of several islands, Koh Lanta is a large island with nine beaches along the coast. The beautiful scenery makes this a quiet and relaxing spot for tourists. The crowds on this island tend to be older than the party-seekers on Ko Phi Phi so you'll find more activities like serene walks on the beach or travelers catching a sunset.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Koh Lanta $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Koh Lanta is $48. 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 Koh Lanta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Koh Lanta $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Koh Lanta $48
Compare Hotels in Amman and Koh Lanta
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Koh Lanta? 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 Koh Lanta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Koh Lanta $5.66
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 from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $20
- 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 Amman City: $68
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Transfer to/from Multi Destinations: $55
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Amman Dead Sea Transfer: $110
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Lanta:
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Ferry from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lanta$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lanta
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lanta:
- Pravate Transfer Lanta Island to Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao nang: $74
- One-Way Transfer from Koh Lanta to Krabi Town or Airport by Minivan: $11
- Koh lanta to phuket any hotel Private transfer: $171
- Koh Lanta :Krabi Airport Private Transfer:From Airport or Hotel: $111
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Koh Lanta?
Prices for flights to both Koh Lanta 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 $34Koh Lanta $11
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: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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Lanta:
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Casual Breakfast$4.36
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Casual Lunch$7.36
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Casual Dinner$12
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Lanta
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Koh Lanta.
- Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta: $48
- Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School From Koh Lanta: $52
- Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $53
- Cooking Class & Market Tour with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine, Lanta: $62
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Koh Lanta $31
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 Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
- Half Day Tour: Jerash From Amman.: $52
- Downtown (Amman city) sightseeing 5 hours : $53
- From Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour: $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Lanta
Here are a few typical costs in Koh Lanta for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Emerald Cave Tour$19
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Yoga Session (1 Hour)$9.55
Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lanta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $28
- 4 Islands Day Tour By Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
- Full Day Sea Cave and Mangrove Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $52
- Half Day 2 Caves Ko Skull Tour Ko Lanta and Kayaking Ko Talabeng: $25
- Half Day Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $29
- Koh Ha Koh Rok Day Tour by Opal Travel Speed boat: $47
- Koh Ngai, Koh Muk + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Classic Longtail Boat: $32
- Koh Phi Phi Day Tour by Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
- Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $26
- Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $26
- Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $30
- Lanta Old Town and Mangrove Forest Sightseeing Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Koh Lanta $3.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Koh Lanta, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Koh Lanta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Koh Lanta 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 Koh Lanta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Lanta 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 Koh Lanta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Koh Lanta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Koh Lanta?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 210 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Koh Lanta, 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 Koh Lanta?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Amman or Koh Lanta in the Summer?
Both Koh Lanta 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round.
June to September is the rainy season in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Lanta receives 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Koh Lanta, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Lanta receives 206 hours of full sun.
Amman is around the same temperature as Koh Lanta in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Koh Lanta fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Koh Lanta 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Amman or Koh Lanta in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Koh Lanta. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Koh Lanta receives 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Koh Lanta during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Lanta receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Amman is cooler than Koh Lanta. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Koh Lanta averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Koh Lanta 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Amman or Koh Lanta in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Koh Lanta. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year.
Also, January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season. Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Koh Lanta receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. In the winter, Amman often gets less sunshine than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Lanta receives 287 hours of full sun.
In January, Amman is generally much colder than Koh Lanta. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Koh Lanta fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Koh Lanta 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amman or Koh Lanta in the Spring?
Both Koh Lanta and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lanta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Lanta is January to April. The rainy season in Koh Lanta is June to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Koh Lanta. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Koh Lanta receives 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Koh Lanta. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Koh Lanta during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Lanta receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
Amman is much colder than Koh Lanta in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Koh Lanta fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Koh Lanta 29°C (85°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Lanta and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 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.