Which place is cheaper, Osaka 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 Osaka?
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 Osaka. 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 Osaka?
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.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Osaka $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $104. 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 Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Osaka $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Osaka $90
Compare Hotels in Amman and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Osaka? 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 Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Osaka $13
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:
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels or visa versa: $29
- 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: Airport or Amman to Petra Vice Versa: $96
- Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Amman to the Dead Sea: $53
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $19
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport QAIA to Your Hotel in Amman: $65
- Private Transfer From Amman City To Petra: $90
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Universal Studios Japan Round Trip Shared Transfer with ticket: $207
- Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Kansai Airport 10-seats van: $143
- Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Kansai Airport: $110
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $110
- Terminal-to-City Transfer, from Osaka Cruise Port to Each City: $117
- Shin-Osaka Osaka Station Private Transfer To or From Osaka Hotels: $109
- Roundtrip Transfer from Osaka Airport ITM to Arima-Onsen Resorts: $219
- Private departure transfer from central Osaka city to Itami airport (ITM): $97
- Private arrival transfer from Osaka Itami International airport to Kyoto City: $78
- Private Transfer: Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka City: $104
- Private Transfer from Osaka to Wakayama,Shirahama&Kushimoto Area: $259
- Private Transfer from Osaka hotels to Osaka Cruise Port: $181
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka 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 $58Osaka $42
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
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Osaka Cooking Class 17 Tastes Takoyaki Making: $21
- Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $32
- Japanese Home cooking in Osaka: $32
- Welcome to Osaka Matrix and Local food tour with Ninja Guide: $36
- Osaka Food Tour: Customize Your Taste like an Osakan in Namba: $37
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon: $39
- Japanese Breakfast Cooking in Osaka: $39
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $42
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $42
- 1 Group Only Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour Wagyu and Ramen Takoyaki: $45
- Kyoto Style Miso Soup and Chirashi Sushi Cooking Experience: $46
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Osaka $20
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: $100
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided 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 Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided 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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$29
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites Bus Tour: $49
- 10 Hours Private City Tour in Osaka - Chartered Tour: $174
- 2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Osaka: $26
- 2-Day Bus Tour to Shirakawago & Hida No Sato Winter Illumination: $226
- 4/5/6 Hours Private Osaka Tour Designed for Cruise Passengers: $156
- 5 Hours Tour with Private Vehicle in Osaka: $259
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- 90 min Shared Handmade Udon Experience: $52
- 90-Minute Kimono/Yukata Rental Experience in Osaka – Short Plan: $29
- A One Day Tour of Kyoto’s Traditional Japanese Charm: $69
- A Tour to Explore the Symbol of Osaka Castle: $82
- Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory Admission Ticket Osaka: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Osaka $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $23
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $34
- Osaka Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting: $41
- 3Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Bar Hopping Nightlife Guided Tour in Namba: $46
- Osaka Winery Tour with Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Osaka, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Osaka 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 Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Osaka?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Osaka, 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 Osaka?
Osaka 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 Osaka in the Summer?
Both Osaka 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, most visitors come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Osaka. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Osaka averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Osaka. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Osaka in the Autumn?
Both Osaka 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. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Osaka. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Osaka. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 159 hours of full sun.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Osaka. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Amman or Osaka in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
Amman is a little warmer than Osaka in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Osaka fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 140 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 Osaka. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Amman or Osaka in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Osaka. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Osaka for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Amman is around the same temperature as Osaka. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Osaka averages at about 15°C (59°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 Osaka. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 176 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Osaka. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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