Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Qingdao?
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 Qingdao. 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 Qingdao?
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.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Qingdao $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $59. 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 Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Qingdao $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Qingdao $54
Compare Hotels in Amman and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Qingdao? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Qingdao $12
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150
- Wadi Mujib Siq Taril (Self Guided) with round trip transfers: $134
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Dead Sea Hotels: $63
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels: $30
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfer services: $81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $86
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $86
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao 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 $34Qingdao $20
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Qingdao $21
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $300
- Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1-Night Private Overnight Wadi Mujib Independent Tour from Amman: $271
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $235
- 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Qingdao Highlights with Lunch: $285
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $245
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Private Qingdao city tour with Qingdao beer and Lunch: $240
- Private Qingdao highlights city tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private tour Qingdao laoshan with round way cable car lunch: $190
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
- Qingdao Private Tour: City Highlights and Laoshan Mountain with Lunch+Cable Car: $268
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Qingdao $14
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 Qingdao, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Qingdao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Qingdao 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 Qingdao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Qingdao 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 Qingdao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Qingdao?
Qingdao has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Qingdao, 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 Qingdao?
Qingdao 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 Qingdao in the Summer?
Both Qingdao and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Qingdao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Qingdao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Qingdao. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Qingdao. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Amman or Qingdao in the Autumn?
Both Qingdao and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Amman is generally a little warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Qingdao, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 220 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Qingdao. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Amman or Qingdao in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Qingdao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
It's quite cold in Qingdao in the winter. Amman is much warmer than Qingdao in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Qingdao fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Amman or Qingdao in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Qingdao. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Amman is a little warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Qingdao averages at about 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Qingdao. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 224 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Qingdao. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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.