Which place is cheaper, Kingston 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 Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Kingston, 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 Kingston?
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.
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, and The Best Budget Tours to Jordan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Kingston $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $123. 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 Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Kingston $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Kingston $124
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Kingston? 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 Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Kingston $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
- Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $88
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $144
- Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra : $90
- Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) to Petra Private Transfer: $140
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $185
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum: $60
- Aqaba to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
- Private Beach, Pools, Snorkeling & Boat Trip,Transfer: $66
- Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Ocho Rios Airbnb Home, Resorts: $133
- Airport Transfers from Kingston.: $70
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Negril: $749
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Montego Bay: $69
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Negril: $79
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Port Antonio: $47
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Airport transfers One Way to all hotels - private: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston 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 $73Kingston $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
- Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $75
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $111
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Kingston $12
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sightseeing Bike Rental in Aqaba: $7.00
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tours - Full Day Jeep Tour: $24
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Aqaba Red Sea: $27
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Wadi Rum Nature Desert morning or sunset: $30
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Art Walk Sunday Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $9.78
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Mural Tours in the Downtown Kingston Art District, Jamaica: $40
- Reggae Legend - Bob Marley Museum Tour Tickets: $41
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Private Bob Marley Tour Experience: $65
- Kingston City Guided Tour - Classic: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Kingston $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Kingston, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Kingston is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Kingston, 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 Kingston?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Aqaba or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Kingston. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Kingston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Kingston during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Kingston. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Kingston averages at about 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Kingston. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
In October, Aqaba is generally around the same temperature as Kingston. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Kingston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Kingston. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
Aqaba is much colder than Kingston in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Kingston. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Kingston. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Kingston. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
In the spring, Aqaba is around the same temperature as Kingston. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston 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 (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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