Which place is cheaper, Saint Petersburg or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Saint Petersburg?
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 Saint Petersburg. 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 Saint Petersburg?
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.
Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg is a beautiful city that sits on the eastern edge of the Baltic Sea. Its historical city center is threaded with canals and architecturally impressive buildings, leaving little doubt as to why this city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the second largest city in Russia, but perhaps a favorite among travelers. The metropolitan area has a population of over 5 million as well as an impressive culture with fascinating museums, restaurants, and architecture. The city has no shortage of sights and attractions, and many days can be passed while you wander its intricate streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, and The Best Budget Tours to Jordan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Saint Petersburg $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Saint Petersburg $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Saint Petersburg $74
Compare Hotels in Amman and Saint Petersburg
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Saint Petersburg? 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 $24Saint Petersburg $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:
- 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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Petersburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint Petersburg:
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Metro Passes$1.39
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Saint Petersburg?
Prices for flights to both Saint Petersburg 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 $34Saint Petersburg $19
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 Saint Petersburg
For Saint Petersburg, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$4.78
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Saint Petersburg $19
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Saint Petersburg $10
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 Saint Petersburg, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Saint Petersburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Saint Petersburg is in Europe, 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 Saint Petersburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Saint Petersburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Saint Petersburg, 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 Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg in the Summer?
Both Saint Petersburg and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
Amman is a little warmer than Saint Petersburg in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Saint Petersburg fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Petersburg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Saint Petersburg during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Petersburg receives 267 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint Petersburg receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Saint Petersburg 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Amman or Saint Petersburg in the Autumn?
Both Saint Petersburg 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 the autumn, Amman is much warmer than Saint Petersburg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Saint Petersburg averages at about 6°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Petersburg receives 70 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Saint Petersburg receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Saint Petersburg 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Amman or Saint Petersburg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Saint Petersburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
Saint Petersburg can be very cold during winter. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Saint Petersburg. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Saint Petersburg fluctuates around -8°C (18°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Saint Petersburg during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Petersburg receives 22 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 Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Saint Petersburg receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Saint Petersburg -8°C (18°F)
Should I visit Amman or Saint Petersburg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Saint Petersburg. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Saint Petersburg can be very cold. Amman is much warmer than Saint Petersburg in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Saint Petersburg fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Petersburg receives 180 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Saint Petersburg. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Saint Petersburg receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Saint Petersburg 4°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Petersburg and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -8°C (18°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 48 mm (1.9 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.