Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Guangzhou, 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 Guangzhou?
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.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Guangzhou $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Guangzhou $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Guangzhou $114
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Guangzhou? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Guangzhou $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $48
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Aqaba Airport transfer to Aqaba City: $25
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $163
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport to Petra Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Aqaba King Hussein Intl Airport to Petra-Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra, Jordan: $105
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $60
- Aqaba Port to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Aqaba Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $70
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Guangzhou Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Railway Station: $34
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou - Arrival Private Transfer: $34
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
- Guangzhou Airport Transfer by 6 seat mpv: $74
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Guangzhou Airport: Private Transfer to/from Guangzhou: $70
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $120
- Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus Private Transfer Service: $38
- Guangzhou Night Pearl River Cruise VIP Seating with Private Transfer: $96
- Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou 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 $42Guangzhou $19
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou Night View Cruise Tour with Dinner: $90
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $100
- Yum Cha Dim Sum Dinner and Pearl River Night Cruise Private Tour : $110
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- 3-Hour Guangzhou Private Cooking Class with Local Market Visit : $165
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Yumcha and Local Food Market Explore: $180
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Guangzhou $18
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Turgut camp with tour: $15
- 3-Hour Shore Dive or Snorkel Experiences in Aqaba: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Full Day Private Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $36
- Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
- Walking Tour History ,Culture & Food: $37
- Jeep Tours in Wadi Rum with Bedouin Guide 2,3,4,5 hours | Magic Bedouin Star: $38
- Mosaic Art Experience: $38
- 4-hour sunset tour of desert highlights: $40
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $75
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Tour: $77
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
- Guangzhou Foodie Tour: $88
- Walking Tour of Xiguan Ancient Town: $89
- Guangzhou Walking Tour To Explore The Old Xiguan Area: $89
- 4-Hour Private Flexible Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Option: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Guangzhou, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Guangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Guangzhou, 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 Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aqaba or Guangzhou in the Summer?
Both Guangzhou and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Guangzhou. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Guangzhou and Aqaba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Aqaba is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round.
In the winter, Aqaba is around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Guangzhou. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Aqaba is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Guangzhou. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Aqaba
| Aqaba | Guangzhou | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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