Which place is cheaper, Palma de Mallorca or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Palma de Mallorca?
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 Palma de Mallorca. 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 Palma de Mallorca?
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.
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Palma de Mallorca $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Palma de Mallorca is $148. 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 Palma de Mallorca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Palma de Mallorca $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Palma de Mallorca $148
Compare Hotels in Amman and Palma de Mallorca
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Palma de Mallorca? 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 Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Palma de Mallorca $26
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
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia Airport Transfers: $43
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Dead Sea : $60
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $39
- Private Transfer to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
- Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airport, Amman to The Dead Sea: $95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$7.29
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Bus Ride$1.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Mallorca Airport (PMI): $35
- Round Trip Transfer from/to Palma Aquarium: $29
- Private transfer from Alcúdia to Mallorca Airport: $175
- Private Transfers from Palma to Palme de Mallorca Airport PMI in Luxury Van: $130
- Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca city to Mallorca airport (PMI): $59
- Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Palma de Mallorca: $35
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Soller : $104
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Pollensa: $144
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Peguera : $96
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Palma de Mallorca city: $59
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Magaluf: $73
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Deyá: $104
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Palma de Mallorca?
Prices for flights to both Palma de Mallorca 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 $34Palma de Mallorca $48
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 Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda$2.68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Spanish Cooking Class Experience in Palma with 5+ Tastings: $21
- Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $109
- The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $130
- Mediterranean cooking experience in nature: $131
- 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $147
- Sailboat Dinner and Movie Night: $650
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Palma de Mallorca $36
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
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $200
- 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
- 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
- 2 Days Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $631
- 2 Private Tour Days From Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Amman: $275
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Deluxe Segway Tour from Palma: $83
- 1.5 H Electric Kick-Scooter Tour: $49
- 1H Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour around Palma de Mallorca: $22
- 2 Hours sightseeing E-Bike Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $44
- 2hrs Snorkeling Experience in Sa Foradada: $47
- 3 Hour Slingshot Sunset Tour from Paguera: $129
- 3 hours quad tour from Paguera: $163
- 4-hour tour on a sailing ship in the Bay of Palma: $104
- 5-hours Tour: Mallorca Inland Charming Villages: $71
- 90 Minute Jet Ski Tour Cave of Sea Lions in Mallorca: $218
- 90' Stand Up Paddle tour in a small group in Cala Ratjada: $49
- AbenteuerDate Alcudia, Interactive Fun Tour in German Language: $9.83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Palma de Mallorca $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Coffee$3.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
- Wine tasting with wines from the smallest wineries in Mallorca: $43
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Alcudia Old Town: $43
- Guided tour of the Winery with wine tasting, Vineyard and much more!: $49
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour: $53
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Palma de Mallorca : $54
- Gastronomic Mallorquin Wine Tasting & local delicacies: $71
- Wine Tasting Experience with Mallorcan Delights in Alcudia: $87
- Sa Clasta Mallorca Wine Tours: $158
- Sa Clasta Wine Tours, Mallorca: $158
- Mallorca Bodega & Olive Tour with Wine Tasting (full day): $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Palma de Mallorca, we can see that Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca is in Europe, 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 Palma de Mallorca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Palma de Mallorca?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Palma de Mallorca, 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 Palma de Mallorca?
Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca in the Summer?
Both Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Palma de Mallorca. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Palma de Mallorca. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Palma de Mallorca during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Palma de Mallorca receives 334 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives more rain than Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Palma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Amman or Palma de Mallorca in the Autumn?
Both Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Amman is around the same temperature as Palma de Mallorca in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Palma de Mallorca, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Palma de Mallorca receives 204 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Palma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Amman or Palma de Mallorca in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Palma de Mallorca. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Palma de Mallorca this time of year.
In the winter, Amman is cooler than Palma de Mallorca. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Palma de Mallorca averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Palma de Mallorca during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Palma de Mallorca receives 164 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 Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Palma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Amman or Palma de Mallorca in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Palma de Mallorca. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Palma de Mallorca for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Amman is generally a little warmer than Palma de Mallorca. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Palma de Mallorca fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palma de Mallorca. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Palma de Mallorca receives 210 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Palma de Mallorca. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Palma de Mallorca receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Palma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Palma de Mallorca and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
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