Which place is cheaper, Pokhara or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Pokhara?
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 Pokhara. 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 Pokhara?
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.
Pokhara
Pokhara is the second largest city in Nepal and is strategically located near the popular Annapurna Circuit. The Annapurna Circuit, or the "Apple Pie Trail", is a popular trek through the Annapurna Valley that makes a circular route through stunning mountainous landscapes. Several other trekking options can be found in this region, too. Many people use Pohkara as a place to prepare or recover from their recently completed treks because it is less intimidating than the larger city of Kathmandu.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Pokhara $19
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Pokhara is $19. 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 Pokhara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Pokhara $3.88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Pokhara $7.76
Compare Hotels in Amman and Pokhara
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Pokhara? 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 Pokhara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Pokhara $7.56
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:
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to the Dead Sea: $104
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Airport to Dead Sea Transfer (private shuttle): $85
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $88
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet & Assist Service : $105
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Luxury Transfer To Amman, Jordan: $35
- Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pokhara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Pokhara:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pokhara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pokhara:
- Transfer to Lower Mustang (Jomsom): $205
- Private Transfer:- Pokhara to Chitwan (Sauraha) by car: $97
- World Peace Pagoda Guided Tour with Transfers: $50
- Whitewater River Rafting Tour with Hotel Transfers: $68
- White Water Rafting Half Day with Hotel Transfers: $66
- Private Transfer to Kathmandu by Car, Jeep & Hiace: $77
- Private Transfer to Kathmandu by Car: $77
- Private Transfer by Car from Pokhara to Chitwan: $85
- Paragliding and Rafting Adventure with Transfers: $151
- One way transfer To or From Chitwan: $77
- Ayurvedic Spa Retreat with Transfers: $48
- 4 Days Mardi Himal Trek with private transfer: $232
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Pokhara?
Prices for flights to both Pokhara 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 $34Pokhara $8.02
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 Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $103
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $114
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Pokhara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pokhara:
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Dinner for Two$4.46
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Dessert (for 2)$2.97
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Pastries$1.49
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Dinner$6.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pokhara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pokhara.
- Cooking Class Experience Dal Bhat & Momo Making: $18
- Nepali cultural dinner night in Pokhara: $21
- Nepalese Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class (Cook with Delight): $25
- Nepali Nights: Dinner & Cultural Dance Delight in Pokhara: $27
- Nepalese Kitchen in Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class: $31
- MoMo or Dal Bhat Cooking Class at Aama Kitchen in Pokhara: $40
- 3 Hour Authentic Nepali Thakali Dish Cooking Class: $45
- From Pokhara:3 Hour authentic fish curry cooking class: $50
- 3 Hours Momo Cooking class in Pokhara: $60
- 3 Hours Momo Cooking class in Pokhara: $70
- 1 Day Momo making cooking class: $75
- Pokhara 4 Hours Private Indian Authentic Naga Dish Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Pokhara $7.20
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $35
- Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $35
- Downtown Walking tour. History, Food, Culture: $37
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $44
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45
- Amman Night Tour, The Most Popular & Underground Places: $48
- Amman City Walking Tour, Traditions ,Culture, History & Food: $48
- Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman: $50
Tours and Activities in Pokhara
Here are a few actual costs in Pokhara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Private Trekking Tour to Australian Camp & Dhampus: $109
- Pokhara City Sightseeing Day Tour: $72
- "Pokhara Day Bus Sightseeing 8 points": $17
- "Sacred Journey: Exploring Hindu Temples Tour in Pokhara": $71
- 1 Day Pokhara Tour from Kathmandu by flight: $619
- 1 Night 2 Day Chitwan Safari Tour pokhara: $141
- 1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara: $144
- 1-Day Private Dhampus Trekking Tour: $89
- 2 Day Lower Mustang Tour by 4 WD Jeep: $250
- 2 Day Tour in Pokhara: $143
- 2 Days Palpa-Tansen Hill station tour from Pokhara: $260
- 2 Iconic Suspension Bridge Tour in Pokhara: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Pokhara $6.50
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Pokhara, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Pokhara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Pokhara is in Asia, 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 Pokhara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pokhara 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Pokhara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Pokhara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Pokhara?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Pokhara. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Pokhara, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.