Which place is cheaper, Yogyakarta or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta. 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 Yogyakarta?
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.
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Yogyakarta $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Yogyakarta is $60. 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 Yogyakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Yogyakarta $38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Yogyakarta $76
Compare Hotels in Amman and Yogyakarta
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Yogyakarta? 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 Yogyakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Yogyakarta $1.39
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:
- transfers Queen Alia Airport or Amman from/to Petra: $242
- Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
- Wadi Rum Private Transfer to or from Amman or Airport: $150
- Wadi Mujib Siq Taril (Self Guided) with round trip transfers: $134
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $290
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Dead Sea Hotels: $63
- Transfer from Amman or Airport to Petra with Optional Tour: $99
- Transfer Amman To/From Petra: $200
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $257
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfer services: $81
- Queen Alia Airport and Amman Private Transfer /Multiple Destion: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YIA Airport Private Transfer: $36
- Private Tour With Pick Up and Transfer: $40
- Layover Tour w/ Entry Tickets & Airport Transfer: $94
- Jomblang Cave Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Borobudur and Prambanan Temple Transfer and Tour: $30
- Borobudur 5-hour Tour with Climb-up & Transfers: $25
- Yogyakarta International Airport to Hotel - Arrival Transfer: $32
- Yogyakarta Airport : for pick up or transfer service: $39
- Transfer In or Out Airport Yogyakarta: $12
- Semarang & Transfer To The Hotel or Airport: $93
- Private Yogyakarta Airport Transfer Service with English Speaking Driver: $48
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport YIA To City Center: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Yogyakarta?
Prices for flights to both Yogyakarta 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 $34Yogyakarta $12
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 Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $90
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $103
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $114
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Morning Food Tour with Tasting: $24
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- 3-hour Cooking Class with Market Tour: $27
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Ramayana Ballet Performance with Dinner: $30
- Yogyakarta Historical Walking and Food Tour: $32
- Guided City Walk and Food Tour: $33
- Nighttime Walk and Food Tour: $39
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $40
- Indonesian Cooking Class in Yogyakarta: $40
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $45
- Ramayana Show with Transfer, Entry Fee & Dinner: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Yogyakarta $17
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Amman :Private day tour to Jerash and Ajloun: $81
- Full Day Tour in Baptism Site, Mount Nebo and Madaba: $85
- 01 Day Tour to Dead Sea From Amman: $220
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $215
- 1 Day Tour: Amman and Jerash: $176
- 1-Day Tour: Amman and Dead Sea: $161
- 1-Night Private Overnight Madaba Independent Tour from Amman: $170
- 1Day Private spiritual Tour to Amman Madaba Baptism site Dead Sea: $235
- 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
- 2 Days - 1 Night Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour From Amman: $150
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $323
- 2 Days Private Tour in Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum Camping & More from Amman: $220
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 day Yogyakarta Tour Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave tubing: $72
- 1 day tour Borobudur and Prambanan Temples : $69
- 1 day tour borobudur temple,prambanan temple,plaosan temple: $72
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Merapi Borobudur - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE: $183
- 1-Day Yogyakarta Merapi Pengger Heha - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE: $139
- 2 Days Tour to Mount Merbabu from Yogyakarta : $280
- 3-Hour Yogyakarta Hidden Food Walking or Cycling Guided Tour: $70
- 5D Borobudur,Prambanan, Tumpaksewu, Bromo, Ijen Tour to Bali: $817
- ATV Adventure Borobudur - Admission Ticket: $35
- All-inclusive Prambanan Temple Half-Day Tour: $64
- Authentic Yogya Bicycle Tour: $22
- Bird Photography Tour Around Yogyakarta: $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Yogyakarta $5.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Yogyakarta, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Yogyakarta is in Asia, 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 Yogyakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yogyakarta 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 Yogyakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Yogyakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Yogyakarta?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Yogyakarta. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Yogyakarta, 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.
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.