Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Chefchaouen, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Aqaba or Chefchaouen?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Aqaba and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Chefchaouen? 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Chefchaouen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Private Transfer: From Amman City To Wadi Rum: $209
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $164
- Private Transfer from Araba Border to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Hotels: $133
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border : $133
- Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $130
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Ma'in Hotel: $120
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $297
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $126
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $120
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $174
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $186
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
- One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $23
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez via volubilis: $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $42Chefchaouen $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Suhaila (connecting through cooking): $50
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $64
- 4 hour desert jeep tour with overnight in beduin camp including dinner&breakfast: $85
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner Under the Stars: $135
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.97
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Dinner for Two$9.97
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- Vegetarian food Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $44
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class with Mountain View: $54
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Best Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Chefchaouen $17
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour in Jeep Tour with Bedouin Guide: $81
- Discover the Depths: Aqaba's Ultimate private Dive Experience: $55
- Full-Day Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum without Overnight Stay: $85
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $47
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum : $84
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $136
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days Guided Hiking Tour To Wadi Rum Jebal Al Hash: $103
- 2 Days private tour Petra, Wadi Rum (overnight) from Amman: $682
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $27
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $29
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
- Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Chefchaouen, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Chefchaouen is in Africa, 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Aqaba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aqaba than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Chefchaouen?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Chefchaouen, 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 Aqaba or Chefchaouen?
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 Aqaba or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Aqaba during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Chefchaouen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Chefchaouen. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Chefchaouen. Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.
Aqaba is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
Both Chefchaouen and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Chefchaouen during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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