Which place is cheaper, Vancouver 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 Vancouver?
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 Vancouver. 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 Vancouver?
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.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Vancouver $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Vancouver is $162. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Vancouver $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Vancouver $170
Compare Hotels in Amman and Vancouver
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Vancouver? 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 Vancouver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Vancouver $14
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:
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $237
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem: $175
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Hotels: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Petra Hotels: $129
- Amman or Amman Airport Private Transfer to Aqaba: $103
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vancouver
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
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SkyTrain from Airport$6.24
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Taxi from Airport to Downtown$21
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15 min Taxi Ride$8.56
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SkyTrain DayPass$6.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vancouver
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YVR Airport Transfer to Cruise Terminal and Hotels City Highlight: $183
- Whistler: YVR Airport Private Transfer to/from Whistler: $118
- YVR Airport Transfer to Squamish: $411
- YVR Airport Transfer to Fraser Valley: $618
- YVR Airport Private Transfer to/from Vancouver: $29
- Private Transfer to Whistler with Sightseeing: $669
- Private Transfer to Whistler: $454
- Private Airport Transfer to/from YVR Airport: $45
- Private Airport Transfer and City Tour: $281
- Post-Cruise Highlights Tour with Airport Transfer: $130
- North Shore Mountains Snowshoeing with Transfer: $106
- City Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Vancouver?
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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 $58Vancouver $53
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: $31
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Typical Food Prices in Vancouver
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
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All You Can Eat Sushi Lunch$8.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vancouver
For Vancouver, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vancouver Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More: $75
- Vancouver Gastown's Elite Walking Food Tour Experience: $93
- Dim Sum Cooking Class with Chef Renée in Vancouver: $95
- Vancouver Local Taste Trail Food Tour: $98
- Vancouver Granville Island's Elite Walking Food Tour Experience: $99
- Experience Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $101
- 6 Tastings Food Tour of Gastown District: $102
- Taste North Vancouver Shipyards - Food Tour with Local Eats: $103
- Gastown Food Tour with 6 Authentic Local Food Tastings: $115
- Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour: $117
- Vancouver Foodie Tour: Granville Island Market Food Tour: $120
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $122
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Vancouver $35
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 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 Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Baptism Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Bubble Experience: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Tour: $175
Tours and Activities in Vancouver
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vancouver.
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Stanley Park Vancouver: $131
- 3 Days of Adventure in Vancouver – Activities-Only Tour: $1,620
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $611
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Vancouver's Gardens: $291
- 5 Days of Adventure in Vancouver – Activities-Only Tour: $2,113
- 5hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $879
- 6 hour Private Tour of Vancouver & North Vancouver: $317
- 7hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $1,160
- A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef: $119
- Afternoon Tour of Vancouver Stanley Park and Water Biking: $103
- All-Day Luggage Storage for 2 Bags at Vancouver Cruise Terminal: $12
- Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Vancouver $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Vancouver
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Vancouver BC: $15
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $21
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $26
- 3.5-Hour Craft Brewery Tour: $85
- Vancouver Behind-the-Scenes Brewery Tour: $92
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour Led by a Local: $106
- From Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Local Tastings: $127
- Vancouver Wine Tour (Fraser Valley): $132
- From Half-Day Fraser Valley Wine Tour: $133
- Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Tastings: $158
- Fraser Valley and White Rock Wine Tour: $171
- Stawamus Chief Hike and Local Brewery Tasting: $173
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Vancouver, we can see that Vancouver 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 Vancouver is in North America, 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 Vancouver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vancouver 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 Vancouver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Vancouver?
Vancouver has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Amman. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Vancouver, 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 Vancouver?
Vancouver 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 Vancouver in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Vancouver. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vancouver this time of year.
In July, Amman is generally a little warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vancouver this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Vancouver during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 296 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Vancouver 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Amman or Vancouver in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Vancouver. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Vancouver for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Amman is much warmer than Vancouver in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Vancouver fluctuates around 11°C (51°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 Vancouver. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vancouver. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Vancouver. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Vancouver 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Amman or Vancouver in the Winter?
Both Vancouver 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 visitors come to Vancouver in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Vancouver can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Vancouver averages at about 4°C (40°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Vancouver during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 55 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vancouver. It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Vancouver 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Amman or Vancouver in the Spring?
Both Vancouver 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. Furthermore, most visitors come to Vancouver for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Amman is generally much warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Vancouver. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 172 hours of full sun.
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Vancouver. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Vancouver 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Vancouver and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.