Which place is cheaper, Nassau 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 Nassau?
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 Nassau. 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 Nassau?
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.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $226. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Amman and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Nassau? 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 Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Nassau $32
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 Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.79
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $20
- Private Transfer From Amman City To Airport Amman: $20
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman City: $21
- Amman Airport Transfer vice versa: $21
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
- Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra: $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $136
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $160
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $58Nassau $91
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:
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $106
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Nassau $37
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- Amman Shopping Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour : $30
- Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $38
- Amman Heritage Walk: A Private City Center Tour: $40
- Sightseeing Tour in Heart of Amman downtown: $40
- Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
- Amman Heritage Tour: Street Food, Local Culture & Art: $44
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Madaba Mount Nebo and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Nassau $19
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Nassau, we can see that Nassau 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 Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Nassau?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Nassau, 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 Nassau?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Amman or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Nassau. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Nassau. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Amman is cooler than Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Amman during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Amman often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Amman or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Nassau. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Nassau. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman is generally cooler than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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