Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Seoul?
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 Seoul. 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 Seoul?
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.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Seoul $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $107. 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 Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Seoul $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Seoul $108
Compare Hotels in Amman and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Seoul? 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 Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Seoul $15
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 from Amman Airport to Amman Hotel : $20
- Queen Alia Airport Transfer : $21
- 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
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport or Dead Sea or K.H.B: $30
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Private Transfer From Amman To Different Cities: $33
- Amman Airport Transfer to any Amman Hotel: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.62
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Short Taxi Ride$5.07
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Metro Ride$0.98
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Private Transfer l Airport to/from Seoul: $100
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport: $99
- Seoul to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Seoul to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Seoul Incheon International Airport to from Incheon Private Transfer: $85
- Seoul Airport: Private Departure Transfer from Seoul City Center: $87
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport (1-5 pax): $98
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Gimpo Airport (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer : Incheon airport to/from Seoul(~7 pax): $99
- Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $95
- Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport <-> Seoul (1-5 people): $100
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul 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 $34Seoul $30
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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.34
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.45
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.98
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Chicken Stick$1.45
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.38
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Lunch Buffet$4.34
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.76
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.39
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Udon & Sushi$5.07
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Fresh Burger$3.48
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.26
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.62
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Fried Rice$3.98
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.88
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.88
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Donut$1.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace : Tour, dinner and coffee: $36
- Seoul Mangwon Market Social Night Food Tour: $44
- Namdaemun Market: the Largest Traditional Market Food Tour: $46
- Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour: $47
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $47
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $54
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $57
- Seoul Ultimate Food Tour: $65
- HalfDay Seoul Afternoon Food Tour and visit 3 land Marks of Seoul: $67
- Night Market Food Tour: $70
- Energizing Korean Cooking Class in a Local Home in Seoul: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Seoul $26
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
- Private City Tour With Optional Traditional Food in Amman: $20
- JR The Wine Experience: $26
- Amman Shooping Tour: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
- Amman Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $51
- Half Day Tour: Jerash From Amman.: $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.79
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Movie Ticket$5.79
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Kimchi Museum$2.17
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- Full Day Tour Jeonju Hanok Village, Wansan Park and Gakwonsa: $72
- Private Tour Nami Island with Petite France 'and/or' The Garden of Morning Calm: $98
- 1 Day Private Full DMZ Tour in Seoul with Crystal Gondola: $220
- 2-Hour Makgeolli Tasting Experience in Seoul: $37
- 2-Hour Private Kayaking and Paddleboarding Experience in Hanriver: $30
- 2D 1N Phoenix Pyeongchang Reseot Stay + Trout Ice-Fishing Festival Tour: $144
- 3 Hour Walking Tour in Songpa Seoul: $48
- 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation: $33
- 365-day DMZ Special Tour including Monday & National Holiday: $55
- ARMY must visit BTS tour in Seoul: $55
- Activity - Mt. Bukhan Hiking Guided Tour: $150
- Afternoon Half Day Seoul City Tour, visit Queen's dorm: $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $10
- Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute: $20
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $21
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $25
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - story of 3 pigs: $42
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - Story of Three Pigs: $42
When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Seoul, we can see that Amman is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Seoul is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Seoul, 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 Seoul?
Seoul 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 Seoul in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Amman as well as Seoul. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Seoul in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Amman is around the same temperature as Seoul in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the summer, Amman often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Seoul. Amman usually gets less rain in July than Seoul. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Amman or Seoul in the Autumn?
Both Seoul 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, most visitors come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In the autumn, Amman is a little warmer than Seoul. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Seoul averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Seoul. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Seoul. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Amman or Seoul in the Winter?
Both Seoul 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. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Seoul because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Seoul can be very cold. In January, Amman is generally much warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In the winter, Amman often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Seoul. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Amman or Seoul in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Seoul. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
Amman is a little warmer than Seoul in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seoul this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Seoul. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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