Which place is cheaper, Quito 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 Quito?
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 Quito. 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 Quito?
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.
Quito
Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.
Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.
Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Quito $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Quito $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Amman and Quito
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Quito? 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 Quito Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Quito $6.99
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:
- Transfer from/To King Hussein Border: $45
- Airport Transfer To The Dead Sea: $52
- Airport Transfer To/From Amman: $23
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Transfer: $36
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations, Minivan: $60
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $230
- Amman Airport Private Transfer up to 7 Pax: $82
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:
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Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:
- Unique Quito Transfer Mariscal Sucre Airport to Hotel: $27
- Transfers To and From the Airport in Quito Ecuador: $35
- Transfer to Mashpi Amagusa Reserve one way : $69
- Transfer from or to Airport Mariscal Sucre (one way): $23
- Transfer airport to hotel in Quito or from Quito to airport: $70
- Transfer Out from Quito to the Airport: $30
- Transfer In & Out from Quito: $100
- Top Quito Airport & Hotel Transfers: $40
- Shared Transfer from Quito hotels to Airport: $42
- Private Transfer from/to Airport: $35
- Private Transfer from the Airport to the city: $38
- Private City Tour & Intiñam Museum Visit w/ Transfer: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Quito?
Prices for flights to both Quito 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 $58Quito $34
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 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $147
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.
- Old Town Highlights & Food Tour: $29
- Guilty Pleasures Walking Food Tours in Quito: $45
- Street Food Tour with Private Transport: $45
- Food Tour in quaint old town with tastings and lunch: $55
- Quito Cooking Class Shared Experience: $59
- From Cayambe Traditional Cooking Class with Transfers: $60
- Ecuador Food Tour: $69
- Homemade Local Food Tour in Guayaquil: $80
- Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88
- Cooking Class with Chef, Market Tour & Transportation: $88
- Ecuadorian Cooking Class with a chef and Local Market: $89
- Cooking Class with a chef and local market including hotel pickup: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Quito $16
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Full Day Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Tour: $35
- Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $37
- Amman Heritage Tour: Street Food, Local Culture & Art: $38
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman City Walking Tour, Culture, Hidden gems: $41
- Madaba Mount Nebo and Petra Private Guided Tour: $45
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $45
- Madaba Mount Nebo and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito
Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two$8.00
Tours and Activities in Quito
Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Otavalo Market Private Sightseeing and Surroundings: $110
- The best of Quito walking tour: $282
- Tour Full-Day Mercado de Otavalo + Cotacachi, Ecuador.: $75
- biking/ rolling/ walking Quito Old Town Tour - Private Tours: $75
- 2 Full Days Exploring The Ecuadorian Amazon | Tour Start In Quito: $284
- 3-Day Adventure: Quito, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Jungle: $880
- 3-Day Andes Adventure Visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa and Baños: $239
- 3-Day Private Tour of Quito: $120
- Adventure and Nature for a Day in Baños: $120
- Adventure in Ecuador Volcano Cotopaxi: $199
- All Inclusive Mindo Cloud Forest in a Private Full Day Tour: $130
- Antisana Volcano Birding & Natural History Condor Tour PRIVATE, all included: $198
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Quito $17
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 and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:
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Beers for Two$9.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Quito
Also in Quito, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half-day tour to high altitude vineyards and wine tasting: $45
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Quito, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Quito much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Quito is in South America, 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 Quito would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quito 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 Quito.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Quito Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Quito?
Quito has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Quito, 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.