Which place is cheaper, Perth 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 Perth?
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 Perth. 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 Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Perth $169
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Perth is $169. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Perth $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Perth $162
Compare Hotels in Amman and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Perth? 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 Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Perth $27
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 to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $237
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem: $175
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Hotels: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Petra Hotels: $129
- Amman or Amman Airport Private Transfer to Aqaba: $103
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rottnest Island Transfer Flights - by Plane: $252
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $73
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $73
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $222
- PER Airport to Perth City Centre Private Transfer: $34
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Perth Airport (PER) to Perth city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $61
- Departure Transfer: Perth to Perth Airport PER by Business Car: $87
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Luxury Van: $111
- Airport Arrival Transfer in Perth: $119
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $58Perth $67
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 by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $31
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- 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 Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $99
- Perth Wildlife Tour Under the Stars with Dinner: $111
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $122
- Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour: $143
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $149
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Perth $15
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 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 Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Bubble Experience: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- 1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth: $100
- 2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour: $56
- 2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour: $56
- 4x4 Pinnacles Desert & Turquoise Coast Small Group Experience: $183
- Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $118
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
- Bickley Valley Wine, Cider & Gin Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $158
- Canning River Half-Day Kayak Wildlife Tour: $52
- City Tour Perth and Fremantle and Swan River: $144
- City of Perth Tour: $132
- Cliffs and Caves Kayak Tour in Swan River: $71
- Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Art, Sights + More!: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Perth $8.02
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 Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Swan Valley Gin Distillery Tasting: $14
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $69
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $79
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Half Day Afternoon: $79
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $83
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $99
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Bickley Valley Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch & Ciders: $116
- Swan Valley Boutique Wine Tour: $116
- Half Day Swan Valley Afternoon Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Perth, we can see that Perth 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 Perth is in Pacific, 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 Perth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Perth 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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Perth?
Perth has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth 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 Perth in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many visitors come to Perth in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Perthin January. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Perth fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Perth this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Perth during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 331 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives more rain than Perthin January. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAmman 25°C (77°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Amman or Perth in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Perth. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Perth for the shopping scene during these months.
Amman is around the same temperature as Perth in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Perth fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Perth. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Perthin April. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 219 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Perthin April. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAmman 20°C (68°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Amman or Perth in the Winter?
Both Perth and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Perth because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Perth. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Perth averages at about 13°C (55°F)in July.
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Perth during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 166 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Perth. It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives less rain than Perthin July. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAmman 8°C (46°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Amman or Perth in the Spring?
Both Perth and Amman during the spring 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 beaches are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
In April, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Perthin October. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Perth fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Perth, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Perthin October. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 273 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Perthin October. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAmman 16°C (61°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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