A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Tel Aviv for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amman or Tel Aviv?

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 Tel Aviv. 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 Tel Aviv?

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.

Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Tours for Seniors to Israel, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem.


Which place is cheaper, Tel Aviv or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Tel Aviv is $166. 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 Tel Aviv in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Tel Aviv $90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Tel Aviv $180
Compare Hotels in Amman and Tel Aviv

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Tel Aviv? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Tel Aviv


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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 Tel Aviv Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Tel Aviv $9.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer to Any Hotel In Amman: $33
  • Airport Transfers Upon Arrival to Amman City: $68
  • Amman Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $27
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $25
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations : $40
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations, Minivan: $70
  • Amman Airport Transfer To Amman With VIP Meet and Assist Service : $100
  • Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to/from Aqaba Hotels: $133
  • Amman Airport: Private Transfer to/from Petra Hotels: $93

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:


  • Local Bus to Central Bus Station
    $1.65
  • Taxi to Airport
    $42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:

  • transfer from bengurion airport to Jerusalem : $200
  • suv BG airport transfer to tlv 4 people: $85
  • Transfer between Tel Aviv and Eilat: $90
  • Private Airport Transfer - Great Service: $126
  • Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $89
  • Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $285
  • Tel Aviv to Jerusalem - Private Intercity Transfers: $80
  • Tel Aviv Prvate Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Luxury Van: $264
  • Tel Aviv Private Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Business Car: $264
  • Tel Aviv Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $170
  • Tel Aviv Airport Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $95
  • Tel Aviv Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $170

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Tel Aviv?

Prices for flights to both Tel Aviv 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $58
    Tel Aviv $50
Typical Food Prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.23
  • 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:

  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $70
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
  • Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
  • Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $107
  • Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $117
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman : $120
  • 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 Tel Aviv

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:


  • Dinner for Two
    $23
  • Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka
    $136
  • Lunch at Segev Sarona
    $36
  • Aroma Iced Coffee
    $3.91
  • Lunch at the airport
    $33

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.

  • Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
  • Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
  • Carmel Market Food Tour: $60
  • Try Your Hand At Israeli Home Cooking: $163

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Tel Aviv $24

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Discover the hidden gems of Amman's Rainbow street on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • Amman Shopping Private Tour: $20
  • Amman Private City Tour: $20
  • JR The Wine Experience: $25
  • Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Islamic Private Tour: $30
  • Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $30
  • Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
  • City Tour with Guide and Transport to/from Hotel: $35
  • Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
  • Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $41
  • Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
  • Private Guided City Tour by bike(scooter): $45

Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv

Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Masada tour from Tel Aviv
    $82
  • Etzel museum
    $4.19

Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv

Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Romantic Walking Tour In Tel Aviv for Couples: $232
  • A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Israel’s Neve Tzedek: $7.99
  • Amazing Tour of The Sarona Templer Colony in Israel: $300
  • An underground mistery - German Colony of Sarona Walking Tour: $75
  • Best of Golan Heights Day Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $190
  • Best of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Walking Tour - 1 Day: $99
  • Bethlehem and Jericho Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv: $190
  • Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River Tour from Tel Aviv: $109
  • Caesarea, Haifa And Akko Tour: $99
  • Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko: Full-Day Tour: $150
  • Culinary Market Tours - for people who love to eat: $130
  • Daily Shuttle Tour - From Tel-Aviv & Jerusalem to Petra: $115

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Tel Aviv $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:

  • Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $22
  • Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl: $42
  • Bar Crawl tour with local in Tel-Aviv: $150
  • Wine Tour North of Israel from Tel Aviv: $959


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Tel Aviv, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Tel Aviv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amman or Tel Aviv?

Amman has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Tel Aviv, 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.