Which place is cheaper, Washington 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 Washington?
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 Washington. 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 Washington?
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.
Washington
Washington, DC is the capital city of the United States of America. It is also a city rich in history and culture. The city dates back to 1791 when the states of Maryland and Virginia donated the land to create the capital. In 1846, Congress returned the land that was ceded by Virginia and in 1871 it created a single municipal government with the remaining area. Today, Washington, DC has a population of over 600,000 people. The metropolitan area includes suburbs in Maryland and Virginia and has a population of about 5.8 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Washington $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Washington is $226. 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 Washington in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Washington $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Washington $226
Compare Hotels in Amman and Washington
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Washington? 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 Washington Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Washington $47
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: $260
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem with VIP Service: $175
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- 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
- Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
- Wadi Mujib Siq Taril (Self Guided) with round trip transfers: $134
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Washington
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Washington are as follows:
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Metro Day Pass$9.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Washington
Also for Washington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to/from IAD or DCA Airport: $40
- Washington, D.C.: IAD Airport Private Transfer to Downtown: $150
- Washington, D.C.: DCA Airport Private Transfer to Downtown: $110
- Washington to Washington Airport (IAD) Departure Private Transfer: $124
- Washington to Washington Airport (DCA) Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Washington to Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) - Departure Private Transfer: $80
- Washington R. Reagan Airport (DCA) to Washington - Arrival Private Transfer: $64
- Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Washington - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $169
- Washington DC: Private Transfer to Airports or Baltimore: $160
- Washington DC: One Way Airport Transfer Service: $80
- Washington DC to Reagan National Airport (DCA) Private Transfer: $79
- Washington DC to Dulles IAD Airport —Private Transfer, All Hotels: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Washington?
Prices for flights to both Washington 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 $58Washington $66
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:
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $98
- Amman Cooking Class with Local Market Tour: $99
Typical Food Prices in Washington
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Washington:
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Water$2.00
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Snacks on Monuments Tour$6.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Washington
For Washington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise: $59
- Little Ethiopia Food Tour: $71
- DC: City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise: $73
- Donuts, Lights & History: DC’s Holiday Walking Food Tour: $75
- Washington D.C : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $93
- Washington D.C: Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown: $95
- Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown: $95
- Washington DC: Food Tour with 6+ Locals Favorites Bites: $99
- Washington, DC: Downtown DC Food Tour: $125
- Washington D.C.: Taste of Georgetown Walking Food Tour: $129
- Washington DC Christmas Eve Plated Dinner Cruise: $141
- City Cruises DC: Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch/Dinner Cruise: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Washington $23
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: $150
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Privet Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Pink Lake Salt Beach Dead Sea Private Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Pink Lake and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
Tours and Activities in Washington
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Washington.
- 1 Hour Virtual African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC: $39
- 2 Hours Mini African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC: $49
- 2 Hours Mini Tour Of Washington DC: $49
- 2-Day Niagara Falls Tour from D.C. w/ Overnight Falls Area: $49
- 2-Hour Arlington Cemetery Guided Walking Tour: $75
- 250th: National Archives & American History Museum Guided Tour: $75
- 3-Hour Small Group Memorial Tour in Washington, D.C.: $59
- Air & Space Museum Small-Group (8) Tour with Reserved Entry: $69
- Air & Space Museum Small-Group Express Tour With Reserved Entry: $59
- Alexandria and Mount Vernon Tour of George Washingtons Legacy: $99
- Amish Farm and Village Experience from Washington D.C.: $169
- Antietam: Guided Battlefield Tour From Washington, DC: $1,749
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Washington $19
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 Washington
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Washington:
- Astounding Bar Crawl: Wildin' Out Washington DC: $15
- DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Washington DC: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Washington, DC: History Tour Pub Crawl: $49
- DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in Washington D.C.: $55
- Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.: $59
- DC: Guided Craft Brewery Tours with a Snack: $105
- All Inclusive DC Signature Brewery Tour: $120
- Private Washington DC Virginia Winery Wine Tasting Tour: $255
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Washington, we can see that Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Washington 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 Washington Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Washington?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Washington. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Washington, 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 Washington?
Washington 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 Washington in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Washington. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, many visitors come to Washington in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Washington. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°F), and Washington fluctuates around 79°F (26°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Washington this time of the year. In Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Washington during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Washington receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Washington. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Washington receives 3.5 inches (88 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Washington 79°F (26°C)
Should I visit Amman or Washington in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Washington. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Washington for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Amman is a little warmer than Washington in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Washington fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Washington. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Washington receives 197 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in October than Washington. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Washington receives 2.9 inches (73 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Washington 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Amman or Washington in the Winter?
Both Washington 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, the winter months attract visitors to Washington because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in Washington can be very cold. In the winter, Amman is much warmer than Washington. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Washington averages at about 35°F (1°C).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Washington during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Washington receives 139 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Washington. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Washington receives 2.7 inches (68 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Washington 35°F (1°C)
Should I visit Amman or Washington in the Spring?
Both Washington 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, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Washington this time of year.
In April, Amman is generally a little warmer than Washington. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°F), and Washington fluctuates around 56°F (14°C).
In Washington, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Washington. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Washington receives 228 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Washington. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Washington receives 2.8 inches (72 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Washington 56°F (14°C)
Typical Weather for Washington and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 35°F (1°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 37°F (3°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 75°F (24°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
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