Which place is cheaper, Tiberias or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Tiberias?
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 Tiberias. 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 Tiberias?
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.
Tiberias
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Tiberias $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Tiberias is $87. 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 Tiberias in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Tiberias $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Tiberias $110
Compare Hotels in Amman and Tiberias
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Tiberias? 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 Tiberias Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Tiberias $4.55
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Tiberias?
Prices for flights to both Tiberias 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 $34Tiberias $28
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 Tiberias
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
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Lunch for Two$5.30
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Pastry$1.86
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Tiberias $10
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 Tiberias
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two Bikes for Day$32
Tours and Activities in Tiberias
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
- Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
- Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Tiberias $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Tiberias, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Tiberias Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Tiberias?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Tiberias, 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 Tiberias?
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 Tiberias in the Summer?
Both Tiberias 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 Tiberias year-round.
Amman usually gets more rain in July than Tiberias. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the summer, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tiberias receives 364 hours of full sun.
In July, Amman is generally cooler than Tiberias. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Tiberias fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Tiberias 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tiberias in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Tiberias. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Amman usually receives more rain than Tiberias. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tiberias this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias during autumn. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Tiberias receives 274 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Amman is cooler than Tiberias in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Tiberias fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Tiberias 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tiberias in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amman as well as Tiberias. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year.
Amman receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman usually gets more rain in January than Tiberias. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tiberias receives 184 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Amman is much colder than Tiberias. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Tiberias averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Tiberias 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Amman or Tiberias in the Spring?
Both Tiberias 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 Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Amman usually receives less rain than Tiberias. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Tiberias. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias during spring. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Tiberias receives 269 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Amman is generally cooler than Tiberias. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Tiberias fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Tiberias 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Tiberias and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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