Which place is cheaper, London 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 London?
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 London. 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 London?
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.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135London $286
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in London is $286. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49London $165
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98London $330
Compare Hotels in Amman and London
Looking for a hotel in Amman or London? 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 London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24London $34
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:
- Amman Private Transfer to Tel Aviv with VIP Service: $280
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem with VIP Service: $175
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
- Wadi Mujib Siq Taril (Self Guided) with round trip transfers: $134
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Petra Hotels: $129
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Aqaba: $110
- Amman to Petra Round trip Transfer: $103
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$19
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Heathrow Express$24
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Luggage Storage$11
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London Map$1.70
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Oyster Card$47
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$29
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Oyster Card$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Windsor Castle to/from Central London | Private Transfers: $74
- Warner Bros. Studios to Central London - Private Transfers: $136
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London The Making of Harry Potter with return transfers: $134
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in London HTL-APT (LHR): $141
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in London APT-HTL (LHR): $141
- Transfer to/from London Gatwick Airport to Dover Cruise Port: $487
- Transfer to/ from London Heathrow Airport to Central London: $221
- Transfer to/ from Dover Cruise port to Central London: $504
- Transfer to the Cruise ports from your London accommodation: $109
- Transfer to or from London Luton Airport to Central London: $219
- Transfer from Heathrow Airport to London or London to Heathrow: $162
- Transfer from Heathrow Airport to London hotel on private car: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $58London $79
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
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $100
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$17
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Tea$7.93
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$52
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Morning Tea$8.39
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Pastry$6.61
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Sushi Dinner for One$24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- London Food Tour of Soho & Covent Garden: $19
- London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner: $49
- Pizza Making Masterclass: $61
- London Festive Thames Cruise with Festive Afternoon Tea or Dinner: $75
- London Sweet Treats Food Tour: Covent Garden & West End: $89
- London Borough Market Holiday Food Tour: Sweet Treats & Tea Tour: $89
- Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home: $93
- London River Thames Dinner Cruise with 3-Course Meal: $94
- London Bridge & Borough Market Food Tour with 7 Must-Do Tastings: $100
- The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes: $103
- London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour: $109
- Private South Indian Home Cooking Class in London with a Local: $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32London $43
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $150
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Pink Lake and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $210
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$109
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London Symphony Orchestra$45
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London Pass$62
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Comedy Show$11
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- 'Cutty Sark' Entrance Ticket: $31
- 1 Hour Guided AI Walking Tour from Big Ben London in Any Language: $31
- 10 Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $48
- 10KM London Parks Running Tour: $41
- 1h Express Walking Tour Big Ben to Buckingham Palace: $27
- 2 hour Walking Tour in Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage in London: $27
- 2-Hour Jack the Ripper Very Small Group Walking Tour in London: $102
- 2-Hour Private London Photoshoot - Full Experience: $272
- 3 Hour Private Downton Abbey London Locations Walking Tour: $258
- 3 Hours Historic Pub Experience in London: $80
- 3 Locks Brewing Company Tour and Tasting Experience in Camden: $34
- 3-Hour Private London Photography Tour of famous Landmarks: $169
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14London $20
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- An Epic Bar Crawl in London United Kingdom: $15
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $19
- The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales: $27
- The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl: $34
- London Pub Crawl: $34
- City of London Historic Pub Tour: $41
- The Great British Pub Walking Tour: London: $43
- Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $43
- London Sightseeing Gusbourne Sparkling Wine Tasting & Cheese: $67
- Pub Crawl and Sing along London Experience: $80
- London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $80
- Amy Winehouse Camden Pub Tour with beer: $95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and London, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and London 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and London, 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 London?
London 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 London in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and London. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to London in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than London. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and London averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than London during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than London. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Amman or London in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as London. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to London for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Amman is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and London fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than London. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 107 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than London. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Amman or London in the Winter?
Both London and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to London because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in London can be very cold. Amman is much warmer than London in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than London during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 52 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than London. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Amman or London in the Spring?
Both London and Amman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to London this time of year.
In the spring, Amman is much warmer than London. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and London averages at about 9°C (48°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than London. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 147 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than London. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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