Which place is cheaper, Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer?
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 Lillehammer. 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 Lillehammer?
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.
Lillehammer
Most people know the name Lillehammer because it is the city that hosted the 1994 Olympics. While it's obviously a beautiful travel destination during the winter months when it's covered in snow and winter sport opportunities are abundant, it is also a lovely travel destination in the summer. It's a surprisingly small town with a population of around 25,000. It's streets are lined with quaint, wooden houses that date back to the 19th century. The town is located on the banks of Lake Mjosa. There's a nice shopping street that's called Storgata and cuts through the middle of the old town. It is pedestrian only, giving it a charming atmosphere and making it an enjoyable place to walk around. The town also has nice galleries and museums that are worth a visit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Lillehammer $106
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Lillehammer is $106. 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 Lillehammer in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Lillehammer $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Lillehammer $98
Compare Hotels in Amman and Lillehammer
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Lillehammer? 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 Lillehammer Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Lillehammer $5.36
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:
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Airport Transfer To/From The Dead Sea: $48
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $95
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer: $34
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $45
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations Minivan: $75
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Lillehammer?
Prices for flights to both Lillehammer 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 $58Lillehammer $51
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 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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Lillehammer $15
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Lillehammer $9.97
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Lillehammer, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Lillehammer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Lillehammer is in Europe, 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 Lillehammer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Lillehammer Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Lillehammer?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Lillehammer. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Lillehammer, 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.