Which place is cheaper, Cozumel or Aqaba?
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 Aqaba or Cozumel?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Cozumel, 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 Cozumel?
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.
Cozumel
Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula. It'as a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. With crystal clear waters and vibrant colored coral, Cozumel is one of the most popular dive destinations in the area. The island's economy is centered around tourism, and as such, you'll find plenty of amenities for visitors. The prices are comparable to other coastal towns in the area and there is no shortage of activities or attractions nearby.
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 Mexico, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mexico.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Cozumel $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Cozumel is $133. 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 Cozumel in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Cozumel $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Cozumel $138
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Cozumel
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Cozumel? 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 Cozumel Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Cozumel $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $250
- Private Transfers To Petra: $200
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Petra Day Trip from Aqaba Port with Return Transfer: $190
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $185
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Dead Sea Hotels: $160
- Private Transfer Aqaba Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Araba Border to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cozumel
Also for Cozumel, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $100
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $152
- Cozumel Airport Private Round-Trip Transfer: $106
- Cozumel Airport Private Transfer by Car: $24
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Cozumel Island Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $152
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) - Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Cozumel Island hotels to Cozumel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Cozumel Jungle ATV Tour Adventure and Caverns with transfer: $65
- Cozumel Mayan Experience And Beach Getaway with Transfer: $55
- Cozumel to Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM)Departure Private Transfer: $50
- Atv Jungle Ride sin transfer: $49
- KUZÁ Beach Escape with Cancun & Riviera Maya Transfer: $157
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Cozumel?
Prices for flights to both Cozumel 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 $73Cozumel $41
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
- Traditional Bedouin Cooking Experience in the Desert: $50
- "Wadi Rum Jeep Tour + Bedouin Camp & Dinner Under the Stars: $80
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $83
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $90
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $111
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cozumel
For Cozumel, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Mayan Cooking Class in Cozumel: $61
- Cozumel Small-Group Food Tour: Eat Like a Local: $85
- Private Mexican Trompitos Cooking Class in Cozumel: $89
- Kuza Beach & Flavors Experience-Mexican cooking Class & Beach Day: $89
- Under the Stars Twilight Snorkel and Seaside Dinner at Money Bar: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $110
- Cozumel Cooking Class: $115
- Romantic Gourmet Dinner Experience at Pirate Ship in Cozumel: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Cozumel $44
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $84
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $99
- 1 Day Camel tour with lunch: $75
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 2 Days Guided Hiking Tour To Wadi Rum Jebal Al Hash: $103
- 2 Days Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $190
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $32
Tours and Activities in Cozumel
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cozumel.
- Cozumel Tequila and Chocolate Tour with VIP Mexican Drink: $8.00
- Cozumel Historic Waterfront Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
- Cozumel!! Guacamole And Margarita Fiesta!!! ( Virtual Experience): $12
- Skip the Line: Admission Ticket to El Cedral Town and Mayan Temple: $16
- Cozumel Transparent Boat Tour With Snorkel Stop: $19
- Tequila History and Tasting Experience and Unlimited Beach Break: $25
- Chankanaab Experience from Snack Bar Lindas: $27
- El Cielo Snorkeling Adventure in Cozumel: $28
- Clear Boat Adventure and Snorkeling Tour Underwater World: $28
- Snorkel into Heaven Palancar Columbia and El Cielo Experience: $29
- Cozumel's Reefs in El Cielo, Palancar and Columbia Guided Tour: $29
- Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Cozumel $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Cozumel
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cozumel:
- Chocolate Seaside Workshop & Wine Tasting: $54
- Cozumel Walking Tour & Craft Brewery Experience: $69
- Downtown Cozumel and Brewery Experience: $89
- Cozumel's First Distillery: Exclusive Craft Rum & Gin Tasting: $99
- Cozumel 5-Hour Private Bar Crawl Tour: $110
- Cozumel Rum Tasting & Distillery Experience: $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Cozumel, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Cozumel much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Cozumel 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 Cozumel would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cozumel 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 Cozumel.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Cozumel Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Cozumel?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Cozumel. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Cozumel, 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.