Which place is cheaper, Munnar 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 Munnar?
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 Munnar. 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 Munnar?
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.
Munnar
The name Munnar brings the picture of vast tea estates in front of our eyes. The hilly region is full of tea plantations which spread across acres and acres. The misty valleys in between add beauty to the greenery along with clouds. With the soul-stirring surrounding and panoramic charm of nature, Munnar is enriched with an opulent floral beauty. The green tea meadows make it even more vibrant. If you want to sleep in the lap of nature for some time amid the utmost serenity, no other place in Kerala can be better than Munnar. So, unleash yourself here and get the most of it.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Munnar $32
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Munnar is $32. 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 Munnar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Munnar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Munnar $22
Compare Hotels in Amman and Munnar
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Munnar? 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 Munnar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Munnar $4.44
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:
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $237
- 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 Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munnar
Also for Munnar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer to/from CochinAirport(COK): $48
- Kochi to Munnar Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Munnar?
Prices for flights to both Munnar 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 $58Munnar $15
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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munnar
For Munnar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $19
- Kerala Traditional village cooking class (Munnar): $20
- Kerala: Cooking Class in Munnar: $22
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Munnar $11
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
- 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 Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Amman City Tour Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $185
- 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 Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
Tours and Activities in Munnar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Munnar.
- "Private Munnar Day Tour: Trekking & Scenic Highlights": $132
- 2-Day Sightseeing Tour in Beautiful Munnar: $214
- Anakkulam Wild Elephant Visiting(Jeep tour): $47
- Anakulam Jeep Safari Tour with Waterfalls and Wild Elephants: $40
- Anakulam Wild Elephant Village life tour ( By Munnar Info): $70
- Chettinad Crafts And Culture Tour - From Madurai: $185
- Chinnar wild valley experience day tour ( By Munnar Info): $79
- Cochin: Munnar Hill Station Tea Garden Overnight Tour: $135
- Exclusive Kerala Beauty, Munnar Hill Station Overnight Tour: $256
- From Agra: Fatehpur Sikri & Agra Local Market Half-Day Tour: $28
- From Letchmi Hills Trek Nature Walk Half Day Tour: $176
- From Tea Factory, Plantation, and National Park Tour: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Munnar $5.33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Munnar, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Munnar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Munnar 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 Munnar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Munnar 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 Munnar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Munnar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Munnar?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Munnar. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Munnar, 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.