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

Should you visit Amman or Podgorica?

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 Podgorica. 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 Podgorica?

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.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Jordan, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica 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 Podgorica is $139. 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 Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Podgorica $48
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Podgorica $96
Compare Hotels in Amman and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica


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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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Podgorica $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

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


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.70
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

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

  • Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $6.81
  • Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multi Destinations: $21
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
  • From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
  • From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra: $26
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $28
  • Private QAIA Airport Transfer to Amman : $30
  • Private Transfer From or To QAIA and Amman: $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $122
  • Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $244
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $103
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $87
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $105
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $80
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $73
  • Private transfer from Podgorica Airport or city to Tirana Airport: $265
  • Private transfer from Airport Podgorica and city to Kotor: $109
  • Private Transfer: TGD Airport to Podgorica in Business Car: $41
  • Private Transfer: Podgorica Airport TGD to Podgorica in Van: $52
  • Private Transfer: Podgorica Airport TGD to Podgorica in Sedan Car: $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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
    Podgorica $72
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:

  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
  • Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
  • Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $160
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Podgorica $21

Tours and Activities in Amman

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

  • Amman Shopping Private Tour: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour: $20
  • JR The Wine Experience: $25
  • Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
  • Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
  • City Tour with Guide and Transport to/from Hotel: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
  • Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $41
  • Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $45
  • Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
  • Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45

Tours and Activities in Podgorica

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:

  • Biogradska Gora National Park & Skadar Lake Boat Tour: $151
  • Skip the Line Tickets: National Park Biogradska Gora: $7.41
  • ALBANIA tour - Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra: $74
  • Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $180
  • Bjelasica – Troglava – Zekova glava - Hiking Tour: $251
  • Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $55
  • Durmitor - Black Lake & Tara River Canyon - North Montenegro tour: $228
  • Durmitor NP private tour- Among Katuns, Shepherds and Geological Miracles : $159
  • Durmitor National Park, Northern Fairy Tail -private tour from Podgorica: $195
  • Explore Skadar Lake in Private 2 hour Boat Cruise: $106
  • Family Adventures in A Journey of Discovery: $102
  • Fantastic ATV Quad Adventure in mountain ofKolašin : $85

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Podgorica $21

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: $64

Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Book Your Wine Tour: $75
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $94
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $102
  • Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $122
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $123
  • National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi): $179
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
  • SOUL HEALING Wine Tour Montenegro - BEST PRIVATE TOUR : $207


When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Podgorica is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Podgorica?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?

Podgorica 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 Podgorica in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Podgorica. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.

Amman usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Amman or Podgorica in the Autumn?

Both Podgorica and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.

Amman is a little warmer than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Amman or Podgorica in the Winter?

Both Podgorica 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.

In the winter, Amman is a little warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.

Podgorica 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 Podgorica. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Amman or Podgorica in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Podgorica. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.

In April, Amman is generally a little warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.

Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Amman

Amman Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)