Which place is cheaper, La Paz 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 La Paz?
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 La Paz. 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 La Paz?
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.
La Paz
La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia, has a breathtaking setting. The city is the highest national capital in the world, with an altitude ranging from about 4,058 m (13,313 ft) above sea level in El Alto, where the airport is located, to 3,100 m (10,170 ft) in the lower residential area. The dynamic and chaotic city was built in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River. La Paz is now a fusion of architectural styles, cultures and beliefs, welcoming everyday new boutique hotels, modern shops, delicious restaurants and reinventing standing establishments. However, generally speaking, Bolivia remains more a backpacker hit than a mainstream tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to Bolivia, and The Best Budget Tours to Bolivia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135La Paz $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in La Paz 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 La Paz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49La Paz $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98La Paz $32
Compare Hotels in Amman and La Paz
Looking for a hotel in Amman or La Paz? 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 La Paz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24La Paz $9.46
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:
- Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels: $25
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer From Airport To Amman: $28
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfer: $66
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers From / To Amman, Petra, Dead Sea.: $45
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $25
- Private Transfers from Amman City Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $77
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in La Paz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in La Paz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Paz
Also for La Paz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer 24/7 El Alto Airport - Hotels La Paz: $28
- Private Transfer from La Paz to Uyuni.: $295
- Private Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in La Paz City : $54
- Private Transfer La Paz Airport LPB to La Paz City by MiniVan/Bus: $28
- Private Transfer From your Hotel to Bus Station in La Paz City : $68
- Private Transfer From Hotel to Bus Station in La Paz City : $52
- Private Transfer From Hotel to Airport in La Paz City : $68
- Private Transfer From Bus Station to your Hotel in La Paz City : $54
- Private Transfer From Bus Station to Hotel in La Paz City : $68
- Private Departure Transfer: La Paz Hotels to El Alto International Airport: $37
- La Paz:Private transfer from La Paz Hotels to El Alto Aiport: $19
- Transfer from El Alto International Airport - Hotel: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or La Paz?
Prices for flights to both La Paz 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 $58La Paz $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:
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- Summer Activity, Cooking Class, Traditions, Beer&Wine: $73
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $150
Typical Food Prices in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Fruit$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $30
- La Paz : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $75
- Real Street Food Tour La Paz: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32La Paz $16
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $215
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $235
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
- 2 Day Tour of Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $250
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $513
- 2 Days Petra & Wadi Rum Tour from and to Amman: $232
Tours and Activities in La Paz
For La Paz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Private Tour to Tiwanaku Ruins and Puma Punku.: $173
- La Paz, City Tour and Valley of the Moon - Half day: $268
- 2-day Private Guided Tour in Uyuni and La Paz: $240
- ATV TOUR: VISIT THE VALLEY OF THE MOON, VALLEY OF ANIMAS AND MUELA DEL DIABLO: $78
- Be a Local - La Paz Walking Tour: $8.00
- Bike Tour to the Death Road: $85
- Cholets, andean architecture of El Alto city tour: $48
- City Tour plus Cable Car La Paz: $10
- City Tour with Drone!: $204
- City Walking Tour in La Paz: $8.00
- Cusco Bus Ticket from La Paz City 7:30 a.m. : $60
- Customizable Private City Tour - La Paz: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14La Paz $11
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: $87
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and La Paz, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is La Paz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and La Paz is in South America, 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 La Paz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Paz 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 La Paz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is La Paz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or La Paz?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 57% larger than the population of La Paz. When comparing the sizes of Amman and La Paz, 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.