Which place is cheaper, Darjiling 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 Darjiling?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Darjiling, 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 Darjiling?
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.
Darjiling
What began as a cluster of villages grew to prominence in the 19th Century when the British first established a hill station here and eventually realized that the climate was well-suited for tea plantations. Darjeeling (or Darjiling) has since become known for its teas in addition to cultural diversity, stunning views, and trekking opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Darjiling $40
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Darjiling is $40. 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 Darjiling in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Darjiling $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Darjiling $22
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Darjiling
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Darjiling? 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 Darjiling Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Darjiling $6.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Private Petra Day Trip from Aqaba Port with Return Transfer: $190
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Dead Sea Hotels: $160
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Wadi rum: $120
- Exclusive, Comfort & Reliable Door-to-Door Transfer Petra ⇆ Aqaba: $115
- From Transfer to Amman Hotels or Amman Airport: $113
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra: $105
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darjiling
Also for Darjiling, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Darjeeling Hotels To Bagdogra Airport IXB Drop: $65
- Private Transfer from Gangtok to Bagdogra: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Darjiling?
Prices for flights to both Darjiling 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 $73Darjiling $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Traditional Bedouin Cooking Experience in the Desert: $50
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $80
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $80
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $106
- Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents: $243
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Darjiling $11
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 02 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $52
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 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 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: $30
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
Tours and Activities in Darjiling
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Darjiling.
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Darjeeling (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Tiger Hill Darjeeling Nature Walk (3 Hours Guided Trekking Experience): $22
- Colonial Heritage Walking Tour in Darjeeling: $27
- Darjeeling Tea Garden Tour: $49
- Darjeeling City Tour with Uber: $57
- Best of Darjeeling (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Best of Gangtok (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $74
- Mirik Lake Day tour: $85
- Private Calcutta Tour With Guide and Authentic Bengali lunch: $89
- The Land Mark Tour (Nautical Day Darjeeling To Mirik crusade): $93
- Day_Trippers (Darjeeling Full Day Tour).: $93
- Touristic Highlights of Gangtok (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Darjiling $7.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Darjiling, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Darjiling much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Darjiling 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 Darjiling would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Darjiling 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 Darjiling.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Darjiling Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Darjiling?
Darjiling has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Darjiling, 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.