Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park, 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 Khao Yai National Park?
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.
Khao Yai National Park
Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Khao Yai National Park $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $62. 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 Khao Yai National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Khao Yai National Park $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Khao Yai National Park $72
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Khao Yai National Park
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park? 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 $24Khao Yai National Park $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- transfer from aqaba airport to aqaba city(or hotel ): $50
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Port Private Transfer: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Border Terminal Private Transfer: $85
- Wadi Araba Border (Eilat) Private Transfer To Petra: $135
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border : $133
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $45
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $59
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $29
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum: Dead Sea, Petra, Amman, Aqaba & vice versa: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park 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 $42Khao Yai National Park $17
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
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Khao Yai National Park $8.77
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
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum : $84
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 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 (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $28
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
- 2-Hour Private Scuba Experience in Aqaba : $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Khao Yai National Park $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Khao Yai National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park?
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 Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 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 summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 176 hours of full sun.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Khao Yai National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Aqaba is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Aqaba during the winter 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 Khao Yai National Park year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Khao Yai National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 276 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Aqaba is much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Khao Yai National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Yai National Park this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba is generally cooler than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 128 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 225 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 277 mm (10.9 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 315 mm (12.4 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 385 mm (15.1 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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