Which place is cheaper, Tartu or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Amman or Tartu?
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 Tartu. 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 Tartu?
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.
Tartu
Tartu is a university town that is also the second largest city in Estonia. It has a population of about 100,000 and dates back to 1030, making it the oldest city in the country. The Emajogi River passes through town and it has a lovely old town that's pleasant to explore. The city is a great place to see day to day life in Estonia. It is a very real town with people going about their daily lives. If you find yourself here when the weather is nice, you'll be greeted by crowds of happy locals out enjoying the weather. They make full use of the warm, sunny weather with festivals, events, and concerts during the summer. This is easily the most fun and eventful time to visit the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Estonia, and The Best Budget Tours to Estonia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Tartu $154
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Tartu is $154. 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 Tartu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Tartu $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Tartu $108
Compare Hotels in Amman and Tartu
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Tartu? 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 Tartu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Tartu $32
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 Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem: $175
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Private Amman Airport Transfer to Petra, Reliable Shuttle Service: $160
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Tartu?
Prices for flights to both Tartu 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 $58Tartu $75
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 by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $35
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $127
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Typical Food Prices in Tartu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tartu:
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Danishes$0.88
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Lunch for Two$5.72
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Ice Cream$1.47
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Cookies$0.59
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Coffee & Cake$4.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Tartu $19
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $100
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Madaba Mount Nebo Mujib Kerak Dana Shobak and Petra Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Shobak Castle and Kerak Castle Private Tour: $195
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $185
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour All Inclusive: $195
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tartu
For Tartu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Art Museum ticket$1.11
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Movie Ticket$4.03
Tours and Activities in Tartu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tartu.
- Around Viljandi bike tour: $29
- Charming Viljandi Private Walking Tour for Couples: $255
- Dazzling Tartu City Cultural Private Walking Tour: $751
- Magical Tartu Romantic Private Walking Tour: $751
- Private Horse-Drawn Sleigh Adventures: $211
- TARTU COUNTRY: SLED DOG TOUR AND KENNEL VISIT: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Tartu $18
When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Tartu, we can see that Tartu 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 Tartu is in Europe, 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 Tartu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Tartu?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Tartu. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Tartu, 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 Tartu?
Tartu 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 Tartu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Tartu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Tartu because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Amman is a little warmer than Tartu. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Tartu averages at about 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tartu this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Tartu during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Tartu receives 265 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Tartu. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tartu receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Tartu 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tartu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Tartu. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tartu this time of year.
In October, Amman is generally much warmer than Tartu. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Tartu fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Tartu. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tartu receives 86 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Tartu. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tartu receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Tartu 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tartu in the Winter?
Both Tartu and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Tartu for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tartu. Amman is much warmer than Tartu in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Tartu fluctuates around -7°C (19°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Tartu during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Tartu receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Tartu. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Tartu receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Tartu -7°C (19°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tartu in the Spring?
Both Tartu 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. Also, many visitors come to Tartu in the spring for the natural beauty.
Tartu can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Amman is much warmer than Tartu. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Tartu averages at about 5°C (41°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Tartu. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tartu receives 180 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Tartu. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Tartu receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Tartu 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Tartu and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | -6°C (20°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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