Which place is cheaper, Surat Thani or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Surat Thani. 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.
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.
The best way to see the real culture of a country is to go where the tourists are not. If you are itching to experience real Thai culture, you may want to visit the city of Surat Thani. Located on the central gulf coast of southern Thailand, this city is usually the gateway to other Thai islands – meaning visitors run through it without stopping. Stay a while and get to know Surat Thani – known to the locals as the "City of Good People."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in Thailand, and The Best Honeymoon Tours in Thailand.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Surat Thani, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Surat Thani:
For Surat Thani, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Surat Thani.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Surat Thani, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Surat Thani much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Surat Thani is in Asia, 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 Surat Thani would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Surat Thani Expensive?.
Amman has a larger population, and is about 1275860 times larger than the population of Surat Thani. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Surat Thani, 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Surat Thani. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Surat Thani attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Surat Thani receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Surat Thani. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Surat Thani receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Surat Thani. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Surat Thani fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Surat Thani. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Surat Thani throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Surat Thani. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Surat Thani. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Surat Thani receives 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Amman is cooler than Surat Thani in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Surat Thani fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Both Surat Thani and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Surat Thani because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Surat Thani. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Surat Thani receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Surat Thani. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Surat Thani averages at about 25°C (77°F).
Both Surat Thani 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Surat Thani year-round.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Surat Thani. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Surat Thani receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Amman is generally much colder than Surat Thani. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Surat Thani fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Amman | Surat Thani | |||
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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) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |