Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Nagoya?
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 Nagoya. 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 Nagoya?
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.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Nagoya $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $89. 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 Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Nagoya $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Nagoya $92
Compare Hotels in Amman and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Nagoya? 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 Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Nagoya $11
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Shuttle Transfer from Amman to Jerusalem: $79
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia Airport and Amman Private Transfer /Multiple Destion: $41
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer : $21
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nagoya city hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port : $131
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $59
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port: $144
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $284
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Suzuka Circuit: $276
- Nagoya airport to/from LEGOLAND Private transfer: $187
- Chubu Itn Airport to/from Nagoya City private transfer: $136
- Chubu Airport (NGO): Private Transfer to/from Naign Shrine: $768
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Nagoya Private Transfer: $157
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Kyoto Private Transfer: $441
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya 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 $34Nagoya $27
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:
- 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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Grandma’s Traditional Cooking Class: $65
- Market Tour and Authentic Nagoya Cuisine Cooking Class With a Local in Her Home: $92
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Nagoya $13
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
- MT_ Private Driver - Tourist Transport and Business Services : $56
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $300
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $150
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $150
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $264
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour with Ghibli Park Admission Ticket Round Trip from Nagoya: $179
- Experience Japanese calligraphy & tea ceremony at a traditional house in Nagoya: $112
- Explore Holy Mt Horaiji Private Tour: $207
- From Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour: $60
- From Ise Grand Shrine Day Tour: $60
- Full-Day Kisoji Nakasendo Trail Tour from Nagoya: $231
- Ghibli Park Ticket and Accommodation 2 Days Package (No Guide): $183
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Nagoya Castle & Tokugawa Museum and Garden: $145
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Nagoya Castle & Toyota Commemorative Museum: $119
- Guided Half-day Tour(AM) to Noritake Garden & Toyota Commemorative Museum: $112
- Guided Half-day Tour(PM) to Toyota Commemorative Museum & SCMAGLEV Railway Park: $145
- Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Guide: $132
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Nagoya $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- Pub Crawl in Nagoya: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Nagoya, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Nagoya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Nagoya 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 Nagoya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagoya 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 Nagoya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a larger population, and is about 72% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Nagoya, 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 Nagoya?
Nagoya 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 Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya 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 Nagoya for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Nagoya. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Nagoya averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 170 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nagoya in the Autumn?
Both Nagoya 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 Nagoya in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Amman is generally a little warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 176 hours of full sun.
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Nagoya. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Nagoya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, most visitors come to Nagoya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Nagoya can be very cold during winter. Amman is much warmer than Nagoya in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nagoya during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 180 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 Nagoya. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nagoya in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Nagoya. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Amman is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Nagoya averages at about 14°C (58°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 Nagoya. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Nagoya. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya 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) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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