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

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.


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.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Perth is $158. 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
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Perth $75
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Perth $150
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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Perth


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Perth $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

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


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
  • Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
  • Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
  • Petra Transfer From Or To Amman: $230
  • Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
  • From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
  • From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
  • Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
  • Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
  • Amman Private Transfer To Jerusalem With VIP Service: $150
  • Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth

Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Perth Airport(PER) to Fremantle Cruise Port: $75
  • Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $74
  • Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $74
  • 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 city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $89
  • Perth Departure Transfer by Private Chauffeur: Perth City Center to Airport: $50
  • Perth Airport (PER) to Perth city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $178
  • Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $61
  • Departure Transfer: Perth to Perth Airport PER by Business Car: $79
  • Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth, breakfast: $282

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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $58
    Perth $62
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:

  • Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
  • Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
  • The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $106
  • Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
  • Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140

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
  • Swan River Dinner Cruise: $101
  • From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $122
  • Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour: $124
  • Pinnacles Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $149
  • Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $167
  • The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $176

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Perth $14

Tours and Activities in Amman

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

  • Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
  • 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $136
  • 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
  • 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
  • 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
  • 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
  • 2 Day Tour of Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $250
  • 2 Day Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $200
  • 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $395
  • 2 Days Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $95
  • 2 Days Petra Private Guided Tour: $225

Tours and Activities in Perth

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.

  • 1 Day Margaret River Sightseeing Tour from Perth: $133
  • 2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour: $50
  • 2 Hours Culture and Street Art Tour in Fremantle: $43
  • 2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour: $50
  • 6 Hours Pinnacles Express Tour : $128
  • Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $109
  • Bespoke Perth City and Surrounds Day Tour: $228
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
  • Canning River Half-Day Kayak Wildlife Tour: $52
  • City of Perth Tour: $134
  • City of Perth Tour: $132
  • Discover Perth Full Day Tour: $101

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Perth $7.47

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 and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
  • 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:

  • Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
  • Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $69
  • Swan Valley Wine Tour - Half Day Afternoon: $70
  • Swan Valley Half-Day Wine Tour - Small Group Experience: $70
  • Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $70
  • Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $79
  • Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $83
  • Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $99
  • Swan Valley Wine Tour - Full Day: $100
  • Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
  • From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
  • Swan Valley Boutique Wine Tour: $116


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.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Amman 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.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Amman 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.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Amman 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.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Perth 17°C (62°F)

Typical Weather for Perth and Amman

Amman Perth
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)