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

Should you visit Amman or Nagasaki?

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 Nagasaki. 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 Nagasaki?

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.

Nagasaki

Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.

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 Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.


Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $107. 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 Nagasaki in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Nagasaki $46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Nagasaki $92
Compare Hotels in Amman and Nagasaki

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Nagasaki? 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 Nagasaki


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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 Nagasaki Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Nagasaki $17
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:

  • Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
  • Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels or visa versa: $29
  • Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
  • Queen Alia Airport Transfers From / To Amman, Petra, Dead Sea.: $45
  • Private Transfers from Amman City Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $77
  • Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
  • Private Transfer: Airport or Amman to Petra Vice Versa: $96
  • Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Dead sea: $95
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $20
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport QAIA to Your Hotel in Amman: $65
  • Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki

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

  • Private Transfer from Nagasaki Hotels to Nagasaki Cruise Port: $76
  • Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki Hotels: $76
  • Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $115
  • Nagasaki Mt. Inasa: New World's Top 3 Night View Private Transfer: $130

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Nagasaki?

Prices for flights to both Nagasaki 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 $58
    Nagasaki $47
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:

  • private cooking with local chef: $40
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
  • Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
  • 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): $199

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Nagasaki $22

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: $100
  • 2 Day Petra Private Guided Tour All Inclusive: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Bubble Experience: $195
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $185

Tours and Activities in Nagasaki

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

  • 4 Hour Customizable Nagasaki Tram Tour with Local Guide: $137
  • Best of Nagasaki with Japanese Tea Ceremony 4-Hour Car Tour: $240
  • Best of Nagasaki with Japanese Tea Ceremony 6-Hour Car Tour: $286
  • Cats & Hidden Alleyways: a Kitty-themed Walking Tour in Nagasaki: $58
  • Customizable Full-Day Private Tours in Nagasaki with private car: $300
  • Customizable Half Day Private Tours in Nagasaki with private car: $200
  • Exclusive Guided Tour: Fukue Castle, Japan’s Last Sea Castle: $55
  • Experience farming (rice cultivation) in terraced rice paddies: $36
  • Hands On Sushi Experience in Nagasaki: $65
  • History of Nagasaki Small Group Walking Tour: $26
  • Letterpress Printing Experience in Ojika Island, Nagasaki: $38
  • Master Sushi Making Experience in Nagasaki: $65

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Nagasaki $10

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
  • Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Nagasaki, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Nagasaki much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Nagasaki Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Nagasaki?

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

Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki in the Summer?

Both Nagasaki and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Nagasaki for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Nagasaki. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 197 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagasaki. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 334 mm (13.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Nagasaki 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nagasaki in the Autumn?

Both Nagasaki and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Nagasaki in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 189 hours of full sun.

Nagasaki gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Nagasaki. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Nagasaki 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nagasaki in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Nagasaki. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, most visitors come to Nagasaki for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Amman is a little warmer than Nagasaki in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).

Amman usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 112 hours of full sun in the winter.

Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Nagasaki. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Nagasaki 7°C (44°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nagasaki in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Nagasaki. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Nagasaki because of the activities around the city.

In the spring, Amman is around the same temperature as Nagasaki. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 16°C (60°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 174 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Nagasaki. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Nagasaki. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Nagasaki 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Nagasaki and Amman

Amman Nagasaki
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 7°C (44°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 7°C (45°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 10°C (51°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 16°C (60°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 328 mm (12.9 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 334 mm (13.1 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (83°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 20°C (67°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 14°C (58°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)


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