A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Port-au-Prince for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Port-au-Prince?

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 Port-au-Prince. 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 Port-au-Prince?

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.

Port-au-Prince

Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, and The Best Budget Tours to Jordan.


Which place is cheaper, Port-au-Prince or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Amman Prices
    Jordan Prices
    Port-au-Prince Prices
    Haiti Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Amman $135
    Port-au-Prince $31

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Port-au-Prince is $31. 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 Port-au-Prince in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Port-au-Prince $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Port-au-Prince $44
Compare Hotels in Amman and Port-au-Prince

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Port-au-Prince? 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 Port-au-Prince


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Port-au-Prince $4.72
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:

  • Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
  • Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
  • Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
  • Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer To Amman: $35
  • Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer to Amman: $33
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $35
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $20
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations : $45
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations, Minivan: $81
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $255
  • Amman Airport Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet and Assist Service : $105

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Port-au-Prince?

Prices for flights to both Port-au-Prince 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
    Port-au-Prince $6.39
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 cooking with local chef : $35
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $109
  • 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
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
  • Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $140
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Port-au-Prince $0.76

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
  • Amman Shopping Private Tour: $25
  • JR The Wine Experience: $26
  • Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
  • Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $34
  • Amman Private City Tour: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $38
  • Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide: $41
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
  • History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
  • Amman - City Tour of Amman - Amman: $44
  • Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Port-au-Prince $0.20

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 Port-au-Prince, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Port-au-Prince is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince.

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


Which is Bigger, Amman or Port-au-Prince?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 3% larger than the population of Port-au-Prince. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Port-au-Prince, 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.

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