Which place is cheaper, Luang Prabang or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Luang Prabang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Luang Prabang, 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 Luang Prabang?
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.
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
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 Laos, and The Best Adventure Tours to Laos.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Luang Prabang $14
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Luang Prabang is $14. 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 Luang Prabang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Luang Prabang $5.72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Luang Prabang $11
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Luang Prabang
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Luang Prabang? 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 Luang Prabang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Luang Prabang $2.11
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $29
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
- Private Transfer from Tortola island to Tortola Cruise Port: $81
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Luang Prabang?
Prices for flights to both Luang Prabang 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 $42Luang Prabang $5.47
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 Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in: $47
- Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner: $50
- Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner: $51
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
- Laos Cooking Class in Luang Prabang: $55
- Cooking Class: $55
- Luang Prabang Evening food tour by Tuktuk: $56
- Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $57
- Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk : $58
- Full Day bamboo experience with cooking class & Kuang si waterfalls: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Luang Prabang $2.72
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 Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour: $30
- UNESCO World Heritage City Highlights Tour: $32
- Sunset Cruise Luang Prabang: $35
- Luang Prabang Mountain Bike Cycling Tour: $39
- Guided Meditation Experience in Luang Prabang: $40
- Luang Prabang Foodie Walking Tour and Monk Blessing: $40
- Morning local food Market experience option waterfall tour: $40
- Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise: $41
- From Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch: $42
- Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls: $42
- Kayak Tour to Pak Ou Caves: $43
- Sunset Cruise in Luang Prabang with Live Performance: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Luang Prabang $1.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Luang Prabang, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Luang Prabang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Luang Prabang?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Luang Prabang. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Luang Prabang, 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 Luang Prabang?
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 Luang Prabang in the Summer?
Both Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang year-round.
Luang Prabang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Luang Prabang. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Luang Prabang. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Luang Prabang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Luang Prabang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Luang Prabang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Luang Prabang. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 126 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Aqaba is around the same temperature as Luang Prabang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Luang Prabang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Luang Prabang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Luang Prabang. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Luang Prabang. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Aqaba is cooler than Luang Prabang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Luang Prabang averages at about 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Luang Prabang 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Luang Prabang in the Spring?
Both Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Luang Prabang. In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Luang Prabang. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Aqaba is generally cooler than Luang Prabang. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Luang Prabang and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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