Which place is cheaper, Pai or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Pai?
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 Pai. 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 Pai?
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.
Pai
As the lush green mountains adorn the blue horizon amidst its creamy clouds, Pai, in northern Thailand, works as one of the many hubs for some of the world's most exciting cultural adventures and natural wonders. Within this small town just north of the Mae Hong Son Province, near the Myanmar border, Pai lays on the Pai River and holds a population of no more than 2,500. Despite its geographical insignificance, this town attracts a wide array of tourists. From breathtaking waterfalls to relaxing hot springs, you will find yourself astonished at how much this little city holds within its borders.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Thailand, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Phuket.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Pai $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Pai is $64. 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 Pai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Pai $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Pai $28
Compare Hotels in Amman and Pai
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Pai? 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 Pai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Pai $37
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Shuttle Transfer from Amman to Jerusalem: $79
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia Airport and Amman Private Transfer /Multiple Destion: $41
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer : $21
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pai
Also for Pai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer and Tour to Pai / Chiang Mai: $149
- Pa Pae Meditation: Private Car transfer to/from Chiang Mai: $70
- Chiang Mai Private Car transfer to or from Pai(Mae Hong Son): $107
- Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer: to/from Pai Hotel: $132
- Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer: to/from Pai Hotel: $149
- Chiang Mai City to/from Pai Hotel: Private Transfer: $132
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Pai?
Prices for flights to both Pai 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 $34Pai $21
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:
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Pai $40
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
Tours and Activities in Pai
For Pai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jungle Tipsy Tubing Experience with Shots: $6.76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Pai $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Pai, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Pai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Pai 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 Pai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pai 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 Pai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Pai Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Amman or Pai?
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 Pai in the Summer?
Both Pai and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Pai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pai. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Pai. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pai receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Pai during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Pai receives 146 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Pai. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Pai fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Pai 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pai in the Autumn?
Both Pai 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pai year-round.
Pai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Pai. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Pai receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Pai, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Pai. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pai receives 226 hours of full sun.
Amman is cooler than Pai in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Pai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Pai 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pai in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Pai. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Pai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Pai. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pai receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pai this time of the year. Amman usually receives less sunshine than Pai during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Pai receives 283 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Pai. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Pai averages at about 24°C (74°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Pai 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pai in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Pai. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pai throughout the year.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Pai. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Pai receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pai. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Pai. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pai receives 275 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Pai this time of the year. In April, Amman is generally much colder than Pai. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Pai fluctuates around 32°C (89°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Pai 32°C (89°F)
Typical Weather for Pai and Amman
| Amman | Pai | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 32°C (89°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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