Which place is cheaper, Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Kolkata (Calcutta), 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 Kolkata (Calcutta)?
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.
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal, India. Featuring colonial architecture, galleries, temples, and festivals, the city has flourished from its roots as an East India Company trading post in the 18th Century to a thriving metropolis. Today Kolkata is a diverse center of culture and bustling activity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, and The Best Photography Tours in India.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Kolkata (Calcutta) $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Kolkata (Calcutta) is $47. 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Kolkata (Calcutta) $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Kolkata (Calcutta) $32
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Kolkata (Calcutta)
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Kolkata (Calcutta)? 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Kolkata (Calcutta) $5.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba : $35
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport (AQJ): $36
- Private Transfer from King Hussein Airport (AQJ)to Aqaba Port : $36
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels: $40
- Private Transfers Aqaba to Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Amman & vice versa: $47
- Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $59
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $59
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kolkata (Calcutta):
- Build Your Own: custom private tour of Kolkata with transfers: $69
- Departure transfer from Hotel to Airport in Kolkata: $23
- Kolkata 8 Hour Private City Tour Including Hotel Transfers by Car: $86
- Private Transfer Kolkata Airport CCU To Kolkata Hotels Drop: $18
- Private Transfer from Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (CCU) Airport: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Prices for flights to both Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 $73Kolkata (Calcutta) $24
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
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $70
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $75
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner Under the Stars: $80
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $100
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kolkata (Calcutta).
- Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $35
- Alleyway Food Tour: $48
- Dinner Cruise on Ganges Kolkata 3Hrs: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Kolkata (Calcutta) $15
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Aqaba Red Sea: $27
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Wadi Rum Nature Desert morning or sunset: $30
- Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food: $30
- Guided Small Group Jeep-Tour in Wadi Rum w/ Optional Overnight: $30
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $34
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Private Beach Experience with Free Shuttle Service: $37
- Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
- Jeep Tours in Wadi Rum with Bedouin Guide 2,3,4,5 hours | Magic Bedouin Star: $38
- Wadi Rum 4-Hour Sunset Tour - Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $40
- Private Diving Experience in The Heart of Red Sea in Aqaba: $40
Tours and Activities in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kolkata (Calcutta) are as follows:
- Audio Guided Tour of Maidan – Calcutta Sports Walk: $6.12
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Kolkata (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Kolkata Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $19
- Hello Calcutta Walk Tour: $25
- Kolkata Half Day Guided City Tour: $27
- Kolkata's Flower Market - Hooghly's Flower Fest Tour: $36
- Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons: $36
- Photography Tour of Mesmerizing Markets of Kolkata: $36
- Cultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour: $36
- Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) : $36
- Custom Private Kolkata Sightseeing Trip with Optional Guided Trip: $42
- Magic Hour Tour: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Kolkata (Calcutta) $8.17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Kolkata (Calcutta), we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Kolkata (Calcutta) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Kolkata (Calcutta) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Kolkata (Calcutta) has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Kolkata (Calcutta), 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.