Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Sao Paulo?
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 Sao Paulo. 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 Sao Paulo?
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.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Sao Paulo $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $53. 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 Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Sao Paulo $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Sao Paulo $60
Compare Hotels in Amman and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Sao Paulo? 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 Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Sao Paulo $5.96
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:
- Private Transfer to Aqaba from Amman or Queen Alia Airport: $360
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Amman Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $275
- Amman Or Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Kings Way: $260
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Petra Full Day Tour with Hotel Transfer: $204
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- airport transfer: $113
- Viracopos Airport VCP to Poços de Caldas Thermal Arrival Transfer: $80
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to São Pedro Thermal Arrival Transfer: $38
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Águas de Lindoia-RoundTrip Transfer: $77
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $38
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in São Paulo HTL-APT(GRU): $61
- Transfer from São Paulo to Port of Santos: $139
- Transfer GRU airport Guarulhos <> Sao Paulo / Hotel / CGH airport: $64
- Transfer CGH Airport Congonhas <> Sao Paulo city / Hotel: $36
- Sao Paulo to Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) - Private Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo hotels to Campinas Airport (VCP) - Departure Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo Airport to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo 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 $34Sao Paulo $15
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:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
- Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
- 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Sao Paulo $4.08
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
- 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 Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $200
- 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
- 2 Days Tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $245
- 2 Days Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $631
- 2 Private Tour Days From Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Amman: $275
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- 2 Hours Private São Paulo Museum of Modern Art Tour: $240
- 3 Beaches Hiking Santo Amaro Island - Paradise Route Tour from São Paulo: $125
- 3H CITY TOUR (pick up / delivery within Sao Paulo city limits): $151
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Sao Paulo: $300
- 4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions : $134
- 4WD One Day Tour visiting Water Fall and the Big Stone from Sao Paulo: $260
- 5 Hour City Tour in São Paulo: $91
- 5-hour Pelé Private Tour: The King of Football : $162
- 5-hour Private Street Art Tour Of São Paulo – The Coolest Urban Art Scenes: $174
- 5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup: $162
- 5-hour private tour in São Paulo (departures from hotels and airport): $155
- 5h City Tour (pick up & delivery within SaoPaulo city): $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Sao Paulo $3.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Sao Paulo, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Sao Paulo, 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 Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Sao Paulo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Sao Paulo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
Sao Paulo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin January. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAmman 25°C (77°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Amman or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Sao Paulo. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Sao Pauloin April. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Sao Pauloin April. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAmman 20°C (68°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Amman or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
Both Sao Paulo and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
Amman is much colder than Sao Paulo in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin July. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAmman 8°C (46°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Amman or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
Both Sao Paulo and Amman during the spring 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 spring, Amman is cooler than Sao Paulo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 21°C (70°F)in October.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Sao Pauloin October. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAmman 16°C (61°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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