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

Should you visit Amman or Nha Trang?

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 Nha Trang. 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 Nha Trang?

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.

Nha Trang

For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi.


Which place is cheaper, Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang is $39. 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 Nha Trang in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Nha Trang $13
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Nha Trang $26
Compare Hotels in Amman and Nha Trang

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Nha Trang? 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 Nha Trang


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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 Nha Trang Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Nha Trang $13
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
  • 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
  • Amman to Jerusalem Private Transfer: $160
  • Amman Or Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra, Jordan: $160

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:


  • Local Bus Ticket
    $0.12
  • Taxi From Airport
    $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang

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

  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station - Nha Trang Center: $19
  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $20
  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Tuy Hoa City: $222
  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Da Nang City: $573
  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Cau Da Port: $19
  • Private Transfer: Nha Trang City & Phan Thiet: $277
  • Private Transfer: Da Nang Center to Nha Trang Center: $573
  • Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cau Da Port: $23
  • Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cam Hai Dong: $23
  • Private Transfer from Nha Trang to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $258
  • Private Transfer from Nha Trang to Lien Khuong (DLI) Airport: $106
  • Private Transfer from Nha Trang Port to Nha Trang Airport: $31

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Nha Trang?

Prices for flights to both Nha Trang 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
    Nha Trang $15
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 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

Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang

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


  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $5.59

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang

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

  • Street Food Tour & Fresh Beer Tasting by Scooter: $62
  • Nha Trang Cooking Class (visiting local market & countryside): $67
  • Viet Garden Cooking Class (Countryside and Market tour): $68
  • NhaTrang Private Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner at a riverside restaurant: $82
  • Countryside Private Cooking Class: $87
  • Romantic Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
  • Watching Stunning Sunset with Cocktail and Dinner on Luxury Cruise : $92
  • Nha Trang River Cruises and Cooking Class Included Lunch: $95
  • Day Cruise Or Sunset Dinner Cruise on The Sea: $100
  • Cruise tour and dinner at luxurious Nha Trang Bay: $106
  • Biking and Cooking in Rural Nha Trang: $120
  • Sunset cocktail and dinner on the Emperor cruise on Nha Trang Bay: $137

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Nha Trang $9.51

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

Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang

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


  • Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)
    $1.28
  • Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach
    $2.80
  • Vinpearl Land Amusement Park
    $18
  • Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance
    $0.40
  • Thap Ba Mud Bath
    $3.99
  • Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)
    $9.99

Tours and Activities in Nha Trang

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

  • Day Cruise Exploring Nha Trang Bay|Nha Trang: $98
  • Half Day Car Nha Trang Excursion From Cruise Port (Min 2 pax): $50
  • NHATRANG Adventure & Country Tour by Vintage JEEP/Modern SUV: $75
  • Nha Trang 3 Island Private Tour: $48
  • Nha Trang Full Day Private Tour Snorkeling Included Lunch And Mud Bath: $155
  • 03 Hour Pedicab Explore Nha Trang City (Small Group Tour) : $69
  • 2 Days Daklak Highland Tour From Nha Trang Included Hotel And Meals: $295
  • 3 Day VIP Tour at Hon Tam Resort in Nha Trang: $48
  • 3 Hour Pedicab City Tour Nha Trang: $69
  • 3 Hour Pedicab Night Tour Included Street Food With Your Local Guide: $79
  • 3 Islands Tour of Nha Trang: $55
  • 3-Hour Pedicab Tour of Nha Trang: $69

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Nha Trang $19


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

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


Which is Bigger, Amman or Nha Trang?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Nha Trang, 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 Nha Trang?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Amman or Nha Trang in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Nha Trang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Nha Trang. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Amman is cooler than Nha Trang in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Nha Trang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Nha Trang 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nha Trang in the Autumn?

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

September to December in Nha Trang is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Nha Trang. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Nha Trang. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In the autumn, Amman is cooler than Nha Trang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Nha Trang averages at about 26°C (79°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nha Trang in the Winter?

Both Nha Trang and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

The dry season in Nha Trang is January to August. It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Nha Trang. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.

In January, Amman is generally much colder than Nha Trang. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Nha Trang fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Nha Trang 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Amman or Nha Trang in the Spring?

Both Nha Trang 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.

Amman usually gets less rain in April than Nha Trang. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Amman is much colder than Nha Trang in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Nha Trang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)

Typical Weather for Nha Trang and Amman

Amman Nha Trang
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 24°C (75°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 26°C (79°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 29°C (84°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 26°C (79°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 25°C (77°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)


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