Should I Visit Amman or Oslo for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Amman or Oslo?

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 Oslo. 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 Oslo?

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.

Oslo

Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.

Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Amman Prices
Jordan Prices

Oslo Prices
Norway Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Amman $135

Oslo $130

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Oslo is $130. 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 Oslo in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Amman $49

Oslo $64
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Amman $98

Oslo $128

Compare Hotels in Amman and Oslo

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Oslo? 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 Oslo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Amman $24

Oslo $18

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

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

Bus Ride (for Two)

$0.70
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: $6.82
Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multi Destinations: $21
Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra: $26
Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $28
Private QAIA Airport Transfer to Amman : $30
Private Transfer From or To QAIA and Amman: $30

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:

Tram Ticket

$6.27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:

Trondheim Vaernes Airport (TRD) to Trondheim- Round-Trip Transfer: $199
Trondheim Vaernes Airport (TRD) to Trondheim - Arrival Transfer : $99
Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $204
Transfer:Oslo Gardermoen Airport(OSL) to Oslo City Center: $84
Private Transfer from Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port: $89
Private Transfer from Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL): $241
Private Transfer from Oslo City Centre to Oslo Airport: $136
Private Transfer from Oslo Airport (OSL) to Oslo Cruise Port : $241
Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $126
Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City Centre: $129
Private Oslo Airport and City Transfers: $157
Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $80

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Oslo?

Prices for flights to both Oslo 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 $58

Oslo $45

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:

Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $160
Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.

Oslofjord Cruise with Seafood Dinner: $57
Oslo Alternative Culture and Street Food Tour: $89
3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $130
Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $133
Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems of Oslo: $148
Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems of Oslo: $152
A Well Balanced History and Food Tour with Focus on the Scandinavian Kitchen: $288

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Amman $32

Oslo $13

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Amman Private City Tour: $20
Amman Shopping Private Tour: $20
JR The Wine Experience: $25
Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
City Tour with Guide and Transport to/from Hotel: $35
Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $41
Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45

Tours and Activities in Oslo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:

Family-friendly Fun Oslo Private Guided Tour with Kids: $262
• Oslo Panorama El-Bike Tour: $52
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship: $44
2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $214
3 Hours Walking Tour for Great Food in Oslo: $125
Akerselva River: Urban Paddling Adventure Kayak Tour: $87
BIKING OSLO PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Upto 8 Participants Max: $251
Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $33
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $14
Christmas Tour & Christmas Market with a Local Guide: $283
City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $45
Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Amman $14

Oslo $7.91

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: $64

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Oslo, we can see that Amman is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Oslo is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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

Which is Bigger, Amman or Oslo?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Oslo, 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 Oslo?

Oslo 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 Oslo in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Oslo. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Oslo for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Amman is generally a little warmer than Oslo. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Oslo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Oslo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 246 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in July than Oslo. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Amman 25°C (77°F)

Oslo 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Autumn?

Both Oslo and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Oslo because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

Amman is much warmer than Oslo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Oslo fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 86 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Oslo. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Amman 20°C (68°F)

Oslo 7°C (45°F)

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Winter?

Both Oslo 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. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Oslo this time of year.

It's quite cold in Oslo in the winter. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Oslo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Oslo averages at about -4°C (25°F).

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 40 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Oslo. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Amman 8°C (46°F)

Oslo -4°C (25°F)

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Oslo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Oslo for the activities around the city.

In April, Amman is generally much warmer than Oslo. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Oslo fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Oslo. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Amman 16°C (61°F)

Oslo 6°C (42°F)

Typical Weather for Oslo and Amman

	Amman		Oslo
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	8°C (46°F)	149 mm (5.9 in)	-4°C (25°F)	49 mm (1.9 in)
Feb	9°C (48°F)	98 mm (3.9 in)	-3°C (26°F)	36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar	12°C (54°F)	62 mm (2.4 in)	1°C (33°F)	46 mm (1.8 in)
Apr	16°C (61°F)	23 mm (0.9 in)	6°C (42°F)	42 mm (1.7 in)
May	21°C (70°F)	3 mm (0.1 in)	12°C (53°F)	52 mm (2 in)
Jun	24°C (75°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	16°C (61°F)	65 mm (2.6 in)
Jul	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	18°C (64°F)	84 mm (3.3 in)
Aug	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	16°C (61°F)	90 mm (3.5 in)
Sep	24°C (75°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)	12°C (53°F)	90 mm (3.5 in)
Oct	20°C (68°F)	26 mm (1 in)	7°C (45°F)	84 mm (3.3 in)
Nov	14°C (57°F)	68 mm (2.7 in)	1°C (35°F)	75 mm (3 in)
Dec	10°C (50°F)	138 mm (5.4 in)	-2°C (28°F)	56 mm (2.2 in)

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

Should you visit Amman or Oslo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Amman or Oslo?

Amman

Oslo

Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Amman?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Amman and Oslo

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Oslo?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Amman

Tours and Activities in Oslo

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Which is Bigger, Amman or Oslo?

When is the best time to visit Amman or Oslo?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Summer?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Autumn?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Winter?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Oslo and Amman

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

Should you visit Amman or Oslo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Amman or Oslo?

Amman

Oslo

Which place is cheaper, Oslo or Amman?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Amman and Oslo

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Oslo?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Amman

Tours and Activities in Oslo

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Amman

Which is Bigger, Amman or Oslo?

When is the best time to visit Amman or Oslo?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Summer?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Autumn?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Winter?

Should I visit Amman or Oslo in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Oslo and Amman

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