Which place is cheaper, Seattle or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Seattle?
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 Seattle. 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 Seattle?
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.
Seattle
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Seattle $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Seattle is $205. 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 Seattle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Seattle $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Seattle $240
Compare Hotels in Amman and Seattle
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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 Seattle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Seattle $30
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 Airport Transfer to many cities: $21
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $23
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $25
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Private Transfer from / to Amman Airport to Amman Hotel: $28
- Private QAIA Airport Transfer to Amman : $30
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer From Amman City to many cities: $33
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seattle
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
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Lightrail from Airport (for 2)$5.50
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Roundtrip Ferry to Bainbridge Island (for 2)$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seattle
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Seattle Airport (SEA)- Seattle Downtown: $86
- Smith Cove Terminal: Private Transfer to Seattle hotels: $310
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $74
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle Hotels Arrival Private Transfer : $74
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle Airport (SEA) - Departure Transfer: $74
- One-Way Private Transfer from Seattle Airport: $76
- Seattle, WA: Seaplane transfer to Vancouver, BC: $265
- Seattle Tacoma Airport(SEA): Transfer to Smith Cove Terminal: $310
- Seattle Tacoma Airport to Summit at Snoqualmie Arrival Transfer: $153
- Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA): Private Transfer to Seattle: $267
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Seattle?
Prices for flights to both Seattle 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 $34Seattle $51
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
Typical Food Prices in Seattle
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
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Expresso & cookie at Pier 70$7.00
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Cashews at Pike Place Market$6.00
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6 Mini Donuts at Pike Place Market$3.25
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Chinese Lunch in International District (for 2)$21
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Breakfast at Lowel's in Pike Place Market (for 2)$32
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Breakfast at French Cafe (for 2)$37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seattle
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
- Secret Food Tours Seattle: $65
- Seattle Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours: $67
- Eat Around the World Seattle Food Tour: $69
- International District Food Tour: $69
- Street Food Tour of South Lake Union: $75
- Secret Food Tours: Seattle Pike Place Market: $85
- Pike Place Market Food Tour: $99
- Small Group Cooking Class: $138
- Private Seattle Cooking Class with a Chef in Her Home: $198
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Seattle $16
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
- Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
- JR The Wine Experience: $26
- Amman Shooping Tour: $35
- Amman Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
- Private Walking Tour in Amman With Local: $49
- Amman Private City Tour: $50
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
Tours and Activities in Seattle
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
- 3 Hour Seattle City Tour: $90
- 2 Hour Seattle City Snapshots Tour: $85
- 2 Hour Sound Tour: $98
- 2-Hour Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour: $45
- 3 Hours Electric Bike Tour of Seattle's Waterways, Nature and Neighborhoods: $87
- 5-hour Seattle and Suburbs Attractions Tour: $185
- Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour: $29
- Best of Seattle Small Group Walking Tour W/ Space Needle: $244
- Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle: $125
- Chef Guided Happy Hour Tour - Cocktails, Bubbles and Bites: $140
- CitySightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras: $43
- Customized Mount Rainier Tour from Seattle: $195
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Seattle $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Seattle
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $38
- Where the Hops Grow! Yakima Brewery Tour : $40
- Woodinville Wine Country: Downtown Wine Tasting Pass: $65
- Woodinville Wine Country: Artisan Hill Wine Tasting Pass: $65
- Brewery and Restaurant Tour of Historic Seattle Neighborhood: $109
- Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour : $120
- From Snoqualmie Falls & Woodinville Wine Tasting: $262
- Snoqualmie Falls + Wine Tasting: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour: $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Seattle, we can see that Seattle is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Seattle is in North 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Seattle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seattle than you might in Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Seattle Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Seattle?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Seattle. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Seattle, 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 Seattle?
Seattle 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 Seattle in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Seattle. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Seattle for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than Seattle. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Seattle averages at about 67°F (19°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seattle. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Seattle. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 313 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Seattle. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Seattle 67°F (19°C)
Should I visit Amman or Seattle in the Autumn?
Both Seattle and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Seattle because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Amman is generally much warmer than Seattle. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Seattle fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Seattle during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 143 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Seattle. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Seattle 54°F (12°C)
Should I visit Amman or Seattle in the Winter?
Both Seattle and Amman during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Seattle this time of year.
Amman is a little warmer than Seattle in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Seattle fluctuates around 42°F (5°C).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Seattle. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 67 hours of full sun.
Seattle gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Seattle. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Seattle 42°F (5°C)
Should I visit Amman or Seattle in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Seattle. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Seattle for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Amman is much warmer than Seattle. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Seattle averages at about 51°F (11°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seattle this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Seattle during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Seattle. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 2.5 inches (64 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Seattle 51°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for Seattle and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 inches (136 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4 inches (102 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 inches (64 mm) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 inches (144 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 6 inches (152 mm) |
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