Which place is cheaper, Pamplona 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 Pamplona?
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 Pamplona. 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 Pamplona?
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.
Pamplona
Pamplona is a city in northern Spain located on the snow-capped foothills of the Pyrenees Range. With the backdrop of mountains, the city is surrounded by a setting ideal for skiing, mountaineering, hiking, wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Yet Pamplona itself is a place full of lively culture and stunning architecture. With a long history, the place is embedded in tradition and perhaps most famous for its annual "running of the bulls" celebrated in July, also known as the San Fermin festival.
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 Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Pamplona $184
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Pamplona is $184. 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 Pamplona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Pamplona $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Pamplona $154
Compare Hotels in Amman and Pamplona
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Pamplona? 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 Pamplona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Pamplona $28
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:
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $19
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $19
- Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
- Private Airport Transfer from Amman: $22
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations: $24
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Elite Transfers : Queen Alia Airport to Any Destination in Jordan: $27
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels or visa versa: $29
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Comfortable & Reliable Amman Airport Round-Trip Private Transfer: $35
- Amman Private Transfer to King Hussein Border: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamplona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pamplona:
- Tourist transfer San Sebastian - Pamplona: $264
- Private Transfer from Pamplona city to San Sebastian: $284
- Private Transfer from Logroño city to Pamplona: $284
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Pamplona?
Prices for flights to both Pamplona 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 $58Pamplona $82
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
Typical Food Prices in Pamplona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pamplona are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$11
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Ice Cream$5.13
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Coffee$1.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pamplona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pamplona.
- Pamplona Food Tour : Route of Pintxos Virales through the Old Town: $194
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Pamplona $38
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: $18
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $18
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $18
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $18
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $18
- Amman Private Guided City Tour: $18
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
- Amman and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $31
- Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
- Day Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism site From Amman: $35
- Amman Jerash and Ajloun Private Tour: $36
Tours and Activities in Pamplona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pamplona are as follows:
- Bardenas Reales: Golden Hour 4x4 Tour: $106
- Baztan Valley and Zugarramurdi Caves tour: $97
- Cobblestones Tour Immersive Medieval Tour English: $30
- Cobblestones Tour Immersive Walking Tour in English: $30
- Hemingway's Pamplona Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- La Rioja wines and Laguardia tour from Logroño: $106
- La Rioja wines and Laguardia tour from Pamplona: $112
- MEDIEVAL Immersive Knight-Led Walking Experience: $35
- Pamplona - Private Historic Walking Tour: $473
- Pamplona Cathedral Guided Tour History Curiosities and Art: $11
- Pamplona Highlights Walking Tour with Coffee and Churros Break: $46
- Pamplona Mysteries and Legends Tour: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Pamplona $36
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 Pamplona
Also in Pamplona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half Day Rioja Wine Tour: $259
- Wine tour: winery and traditional lunch from La Rioja: $294
- Rioja wine tour: two wineries from La Rioja or Pamplona: $309
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Pamplona, we can see that Pamplona 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 Pamplona 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 Pamplona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamplona 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 Pamplona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Pamplona?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Pamplona. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Pamplona, 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 Pamplona?
Pamplona 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 Pamplona in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Pamplona. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Pamplona for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Amman is a little warmer than Pamplona in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Pamplona fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamplona. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Pamplona. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pamplona receives 209 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Pamplona. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pamplona receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Pamplona 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pamplona in the Autumn?
Both Pamplona 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, many visitors come to Pamplona in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Amman is a little warmer than Pamplona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Pamplona averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Pamplona during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Pamplona receives 144 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamplona. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Pamplona. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Pamplona receives 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Pamplona 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pamplona in the Winter?
Both Pamplona 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. Also, most visitors come to Pamplona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Pamplona. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Pamplona fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Pamplona. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pamplona receives 85 hours of full sun.
Pamplona gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets less rain in January than Pamplona. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pamplona receives 183 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Pamplona 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Amman or Pamplona in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Pamplona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Pamplona because of the activities around the city.
Amman is a little warmer than Pamplona in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Pamplona fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Pamplona during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Pamplona receives 141 hours of full sun in the spring.
Pamplona receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Pamplona. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Pamplona receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Pamplona 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pamplona and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
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