Which place is cheaper, Tanah Rata or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Tanah Rata?
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 Tanah Rata. 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 Tanah Rata?
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.
Tanah Rata
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Tanah Rata $137
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Tanah Rata is $137. 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 Tanah Rata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Tanah Rata $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Tanah Rata $134
Compare Hotels in Amman and Tanah Rata
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Tanah Rata? 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 Tanah Rata Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Tanah Rata $29
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
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport Transfer To Dead Sea Hotel: $59
- Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $37
- Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Transfer to/from Multi Destinations: $55
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Amman Dead Sea Transfer: $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $118
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Tanah Rata?
Prices for flights to both Tanah Rata 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 $34Tanah Rata $44
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
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Tanah Rata
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
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Dinner for Two$5.66
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Dessert$0.63
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Lunch$3.98
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Afternoon tea$3.88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Tanah Rata $34
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 Safe Tour: Authentic Cuisine, Local Experience & Souv.: $35
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $43
- History & Culture Immersion, City Tour Of Amman : $43
- Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): $45
- Half Day Private tour to Dead Sea From Amman. : $50
- Half Day Tour: Jerash From Amman.: $52
- Downtown (Amman city) sightseeing 5 hours : $53
- From Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour: $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tanah Rata
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tea Factory Visit$5.66
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$21
Tours and Activities in Tanah Rata
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cameron Highlands Sightseing Tour: $33
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Delight Tour: $61
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Tanah Rata $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Tanah Rata, we can see that Tanah Rata 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 Tanah Rata 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 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata 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 Tanah Rata Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Tanah Rata?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Tanah Rata, 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 Tanah Rata?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Amman or Tanah Rata in the Summer?
Both Tanah Rata and Amman during the summer 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 Tanah Rata year-round.
Amman usually gets less rain in July than Tanah Rata. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Tanah Rata. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Tanah Rata averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Tanah Rata 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tanah Rata in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Tanah Rata. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Amman usually receives less rain than Tanah Rata. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Amman is generally cooler than Tanah Rata. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Tanah Rata fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Tanah Rata 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tanah Rata in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Tanah Rata. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Tanah Rata. Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Tanah Rata. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Amman is much colder than Tanah Rata in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Tanah Rata fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Tanah Rata 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tanah Rata in the Spring?
Both Tanah Rata and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Tanah Rata. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Amman is much colder than Tanah Rata. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Tanah Rata averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Tanah Rata 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Tanah Rata and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
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