Which place is cheaper, Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa)?
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 Odisha (Orissa). 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 Odisha (Orissa)?
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.
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Amman Prices
Jordan PricesOdisha (Orissa) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Odisha (Orissa) $967
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Odisha (Orissa) is $967. 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 Odisha (Orissa) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Odisha (Orissa) $435
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Odisha (Orissa) $870
Compare Hotels in Amman and Odisha (Orissa)
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Odisha (Orissa)? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Odisha (Orissa) $77
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:
- Wadi Mujib Siq Taril (Self Guided) with round trip transfers: $134
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Transfer From Airport To Amman: $28
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers From / To Amman, Petra, Dead Sea.: $45
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service: $50
- Private Transfers from Amman City Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $77
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Amman to the Dead Sea: $53
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Aqaba: $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $40
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $40
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $182
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Odisha (Orissa)?
Prices for flights to both Odisha (Orissa) 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 $58Odisha (Orissa) $357
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Odisha (Orissa) $430
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: $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
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4 Days Private Tour in Bhubaneswar and Puri Konark: $228
- 4D3N Odisha Tour Package: $105
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- 8-hours Full Day Tour of Bhubaneswar including Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: $78
- All Inclusive Saranda Forest 4 Days Tour From Bhubaneswar: $250
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide: $112
- Bhubaneswar city tour & Konark Sun Temple in private car with guide: $150
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills: $66
- Day Trip to Puri (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Bhubaneswar): $135
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Experience Beach Camping: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Odisha (Orissa) $73
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Odisha (Orissa), we can see that Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) 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 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 Odisha (Orissa) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) Expensive?.
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.