Which place is cheaper, Lima 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 Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Lima, 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 Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Lima $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Lima is $97. 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 Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Lima $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Lima $106
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Lima? 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 Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Lima $6.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- King Hussein Int Airport Transfers One Way to Aqaba: $25
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Hotels: $27
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Tala bay Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $33
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Cruise Port: $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport (AQJ): $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels: $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Petra hotels: $48
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba City Hotels: $55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.88
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Taxi Ride$5.88
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Short Taxi Ride$4.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Airport Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport LIM to Lima by Sedan: $51
- Deluxe Car Lima Transfer - Private Service: $29
- From Lima Private transfer to Paracas: $290
- Guided Assistance -Hassle-free service -Airport -Hotel transfers: $30
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $42
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Larco Museum Tour & Gastronomic Experience with rountrip transfer: $160
- Lima Airport : Bus transfer to/from Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco: $11
- Lima Airport Departure Transfer: $22
- Lima Airport One Way Private Transfer LIM to Lima City Center: $12
- Lima Airport Transfers: Lima City to Jorge Chavez Airport LIM in Standard Car: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima 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 $73Lima $33
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
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $82
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $109
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.71
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Ice cream$3.82
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Coffee$3.23
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Donut$1.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Food tours on the forbidden side of Lima (Min. 3 Guests – Max. 6): $5.00
- Lima Street Food Tour: Taste Authentic Peruvian Delights: $45
- Dinner at Mangos Larcomar Restaurant: $48
- #1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!: $49
- Lima Street Food Tour : Try the best Peruvian street food: $49
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $50
- Private Churros Cooking Class, Miraflores & Hotel Pickup: $50
- Private Cooking Class in Causa & Lomo Saltado: $50
- Andean Breads Cooking Class in Lima: $55
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Dinner at the Cala Restaurant in Lima: $63
- Lima Market Food Tour: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Lima $9.38
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
- Turgut camp with tour: $15
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Join Us Before Sunset – Aqaba Walking Tour Let's Go!: $27
- Wadi Rum Half-day Jeep Tour incl. sandboard, water & Bedouin tea: $30
- Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$18
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Movie Tickets$2.50
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Miraflores Guided Walking Tour and Surquillo Market Experience: $5.00
- Adventure at the Airport of Peru: $10
- Beach tour and surfboards for rent in Lima, Peru: $14
- Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup: $19
- Miraflores and Barranco Private Bike Tour: $19
- Colorful Barranco Tour and Street Art: $20
- Huaca Pucllana Tour: $20
- Private Tour with guide in Museo de Arte de Lima - MALI: $20
- Tour in Lima with Visit to the Catacombs of San Francisco: $20
- A Journey Through Time: Lima's Historic Center & Catacombs Tour: $20
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $21
- Barranco Street Art Tour - Unmasked: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Lima $6.10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.91
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Beer$4.41
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Cocktail$3.53
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Free Pub Crawl: $5.00
- Discover Barranco's Nightlife with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $22
- Discover Miraflores nightlife with Bar Crawl Lima: $24
- Lima Nightlife Tour & Society – Cultural Pub Crawl: $50
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima: $139
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Lima, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Lima, 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 Lima?
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 Lima in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Lima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Lima. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Lima. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Lima. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Lima. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 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 autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Lima. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
Aqaba is a little warmer than Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lima in the Winter?
Both Lima and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Lima. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Lima during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Aqaba is much colder than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Aqaba during the spring 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 Lima year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Lima. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Lima. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
In April, Aqaba is generally around the same temperature as Lima. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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