Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Lombok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Lombok, 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 Lombok?
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.
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Lombok? 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 Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Private Transfer: From Amman City To Wadi Rum: $209
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $163
- Private Transfer from Araba Border to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Hotels: $133
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border : $133
- Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $130
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Ma'in Hotel: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Kuta/kuta To Airport: $27
- Airport transfer from Lombok Airport to Kuta Mandalika : $23
- Airport transfer from lombok airport to Senaru rinjiani area: $76
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $23
- Hotel Transfer at Lombok: $34
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Lombok Airport Transfer : $27
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Lombok Int Airport (LOP) to Lombok - Round Trip Private Transfer: $59
- Lombok Private Airport Transfers To Bangsal Port Lombok and Gili Trawangan: $50
- Lombok to Lombok Int Airport (LOP) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok 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 $42Lombok $12
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 Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Babah Peranakan Chinese Cuisine Dinner in Lombok: $60
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $63
- Exquisite Dinner with Spectacular View at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $64
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Lombok $10
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
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $47
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum : $84
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $136
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 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 - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $17
- Lombok Private Custom Tour - Lombok Car Hire with Driver : $31
- Mataram Lombok Historical City tour: $49
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Private Lombok Hidden Beach Tour: Elak Elak, Sekotong, and Mekaki Beach: $50
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gile Waterfall Trekking Tour: $55
- Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall Tour - Private Day Tour: $55
- One Day Tour Pink Beach East Lombok Excursion: $55
- Lombok Sasak Culture Tour from Mataram: $59
- Private Lombok Cycling Tour : Lingsar Temple, Rice Field, Village & Market Tour: $59
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Lombok $8.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Lombok, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Lombok 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 Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba or Lombok?
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 Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Aqaba during the summer 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 Lombok year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Lombok. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Aqaba this time of the year. Aqaba is a little warmer than Lombok in the summer. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Lombok fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lombok in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Lombok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Lombok. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Aqaba is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aqaba in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Lombok. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Lombok. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 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 winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Lombok. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun.
In January, Aqaba is generally much colder than Lombok. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 14°C (57°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Lombok in the Spring?
Both Lombok and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Lombok. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Aqaba is cooler than Lombok in the spring. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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