Which place is cheaper, Pushkar 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 Pushkar?
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 Pushkar. 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 Pushkar?
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.
Pushkar
Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Pushkar $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Pushkar 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 Pushkar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Pushkar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Pushkar $22
Compare Hotels in Amman and Pushkar
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Pushkar? 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 Pushkar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Pushkar $4.39
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:
- Amman Queen Alia Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Amman North: $7.79
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $19
- Amman Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $20
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman City: $21
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Airport Transfer To and From Amman: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations: $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Luxury Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Amman hotels to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $54
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $38
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
- Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $47
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Pushkar?
Prices for flights to both Pushkar 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 $58Pushkar $16
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: $35
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.
- Traditional Rajasthani Cooking Class with Local Family in Pushkar: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Pushkar $7.29
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $20
- Amman by Night Private Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman City Tour Included Shopping Time: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo and Ma'in Private Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- 10-Day Jaipur, Udaipur, Mount Abu, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $574
- 7-Day Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar & Jaipur Tour: $402
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Ajmer City Walking tour - The Pushkar Route: $32
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route: $8.00
- Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
- Explore Pushkar in a Day from Jaipur, Private Tour: $62
- Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $22
- From Jaipur : Ajmer Pushkar Private Tour by Cab with Guide: $56
- From Jaipur : Private Ajmer Pushkar Tour by Cab: $68
- From Jaipur: Private Ajmer and Pushkar Guided Tour: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Pushkar $5.92
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Pushkar, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Pushkar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Pushkar 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 Pushkar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pushkar 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 Pushkar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Pushkar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Pushkar?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Pushkar, 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.