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

Should you visit Amman or Montreal?

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 Montreal. 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 Montreal?

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.

Montreal

While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.

Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.


Which place is cheaper, Montreal 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 Montreal is $210. 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 Montreal in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Montreal $132
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Montreal $264
Compare Hotels in Amman and Montreal

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Montreal? 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 Montreal


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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 Montreal Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Montreal $21
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 to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
  • Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
  • Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
  • Amman Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $275
  • Amman Or Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Kings Way: $260
  • Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
  • transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
  • Petra Full Day Tour with Hotel Transfer: $204
  • Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
  • Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
  • Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
  • Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $167

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal

Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
  • Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
  • Private Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $48
  • Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $36
  • Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
  • Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
  • Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
  • Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
  • Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
  • Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
  • Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
  • Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Montreal?

Prices for flights to both Montreal 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
    Montreal $36
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

Typical Food Prices in Montreal

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:


  • Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee
    $9.04

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal

For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $59
  • No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
  • Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
  • Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
  • Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $103
  • Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $130
  • Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
  • Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $207
  • Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $224

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Montreal $21

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
  • Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
  • 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
  • 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
  • 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
  • 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $200
  • 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
  • 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
  • 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
  • 2 Days Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $631
  • 2 Private Tour Days From Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Amman: $275

Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal

For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Botanical Gardens (family of 4)
    $54

Tours and Activities in Montreal

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.

  • 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
  • 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $44
  • 3 Days 2 Nights Tour in New York: $300
  • 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $79
  • 3Hr Montreal Architecture Bike Tour with regular or E-bikes Beer & wine included: $64
  • APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.74
  • All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
  • Awesome Curling Experience : $82
  • Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $211
  • Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
  • Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
  • City tour; afternoon in Montreal: $100

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Montreal $16

Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:


  • Vodka
    $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:

  • Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
  • Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Montreal, we can see that Montreal 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 Montreal is in North 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 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal 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 Montreal Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Montreal?

Montreal has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Montreal, 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 Montreal?

Montreal 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 Montreal in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Montreal. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.

In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than Montreal. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Montreal averages at about 21°C (69°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montreal this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Montreal. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Montreal 21°C (69°F)

Should I visit Amman or Montreal in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Montreal. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Amman is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°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 Montreal. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in October than Montreal. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Montreal 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Amman or Montreal in the Winter?

Both Montreal and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.

The weather in Montreal can be very cold. Amman is much warmer than Montreal in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).

Amman usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Montreal. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Montreal -10°C (14°F)

Should I visit Amman or Montreal in the Spring?

Both Montreal 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.

In the spring, Amman is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Montreal averages at about 6°C (43°F).

It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in April than Montreal. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Montreal 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Montreal and Amman

Amman Montreal
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) -10°C (14°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) -9°C (16°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) -2°C (28°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 6°C (43°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 13°C (55°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 21°C (69°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (58°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 8°C (47°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 2°C (35°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) -7°C (20°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)