Which place is cheaper, New York City 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 New York City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or New York City, 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 New York City?
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.
New York City
The most populated city in the United States, New York City, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River and encompasses both the island of Manhattan as well as the surrounding land on Long Island, most of which is known as Brooklyn. It's a cultural, culinary, theatrical, and art center that has much to offer domestic and international travelers alike. The city covers an area of 305 square miles and has a population of about 8.2 million people in the city proper with 18.7 million in the metropolitan area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157New York City $363
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in New York City is $363. 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 New York City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59New York City $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118New York City $350
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and New York City
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or New York City? 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 New York City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24New York City $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Wadi Rum: Private Transfer to Aqaba through Hotel Pickup: $69
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Port Private Transfer – Comfortable & Reliable: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Border Private Transfer – Hassle-Free Travel: $100
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Wadi rum: $120
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $59
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in New York City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in New York City are as follows:
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Subway$4.50
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Taxi Ride$8.00
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Subway$2.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in New York City
Also for New York City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Limousine Transfer one-way - LaGuardia Airport - Lincoln MKT: $275
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal One-Way Transfer to/from Manhattan: $155
- Cape Cruise Port to J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)-Departure Transfer: $44
- Central Park Private Walking Tour with Transfers: $171
- Central Park Zoo Skip-the-line Tickets & Private Transfers: $291
- EWR to Manhattan Private Luxury Transfer | Sedan, SUV & Van: $180
- Empire State Building NYC Tour, Pre-booked Tickets, Transfer: $300
- J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Cape Cruise Port - Arrival Transfer: $44
- J.F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Cape Liberty Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $218
- JFK to Manhattan: One Way Shared Arrival Transfer: $28
- La Guardia Airport to Manhattan Private Transfer by Sedan SUV: $130
- LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Cape Cruise Port - Arrival Transfer: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or New York City?
Prices for flights to both New York City 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 $73New York City $87
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
- Traditional Bedouin Cooking Experience in the Desert: $50
- "Wadi Rum Jeep Tour + Bedouin Camp & Dinner Under the Stars: $80
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $82
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $90
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $109
Typical Food Prices in New York City
For New York City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Gelato$7.50
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Snacks for Two at Yankees Game$34
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Coffee$6.53
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Smoothie$6.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New York City
For New York City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Lower East Side Food Tour: $34
- New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts: $35
- The Greenwich Village Food Tour: $39
- Private Pizza Experience (5 tastings) in Manhattan: $45
- Brooklyn's must-try Pizza Crawl experience (5 top rated slices!): $46
- Lower East Side Food Tour: Iconic Eats & NYC History Walking Tour: $51
- Homemade Pizza Party: $63
- New York City's Best Pizza tour - You be the judge!: $65
- East Village Food Tour | Tasty Tours NYC: $68
- Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views: $70
- New York Union Square Food Tour: Delicious Donuts & Sweet Treats: $70
- East Village Food Tour: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54New York City $180
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $99
- 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 Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $190
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $32
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
- 3 Hours Private Stargazing Experience in Wadi Rum: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in New York City
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New York City's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Comedy Show Tickets$56
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City Map$8.00
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Broadway Musical$111
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Broadway Show Program$10
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Magazine$6.99
Tours and Activities in New York City
For New York City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- New York's Hidden Gems: Self-Guided City Tour: $3.52
- New York Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $4.98
- Central Park Stolen Archives: NY Exploration Game and Tour: $4.98
- The Battery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Bowling Green Park to Stone St: $5.00
- Broadway: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the World's Iconic Theatre District: $5.00
- A New York Date Night Personalized Self-Guided App Tour: $5.00
- New York: Central Park Walking Personalized Self-Guided App Tour: $5.00
- New York City Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- New York Celebrity Chef Self Guided Tour and Exploration Game: $6.34
- New York West Village Audio Tour: $6.58
- New York City Greenwich Village Haunted Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.95
- NYC Superhero Academy: Self-Guided Comic Adventure: $7.04
For more ideas for your next trip, check out The Best Things to do in New York City with Kids, Things to Do in Central Park in NYC, and The Best Museums in New York City.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07New York City $29
Sample the Local Flavors in New York City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New York City:
- Brooklyn Distillery Tour: $22
- NYC Bar Crawl: Games, Live Music & Underground Nightlife: $28
- New York Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- NYC Pub Crawl Tour: $30
- Top Shelf Distillery Tour: $33
- NYC Pub Crawl & Rooftop Clubbing Experience: $34
- Cheers to Chinatown Tour and Bar Crawl: $40
- NYC Pub Crawl: Midtown/Times Square VIP Access & Prof Photos: $45
- Brooklyn Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Best of NYC Drag - Drag Bar Crawl with Drink: $49
- Greenwich Village Literary Pub Crawl: $49
- Greenwich Village Piano Bar Crawl: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and New York City, we can see that New York City is more expensive. And not only is Aqaba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and New York City is in North 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 Aqaba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aqaba 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 New York City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in New York City than you might in Aqaba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is New York City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or New York City?
New York City has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and New York City, 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 New York City?
New York City has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aqaba or New York City in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as New York City. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to New York City in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and New York City fluctuates around 77°F (25°C).
It's quite rainy in New York City. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than New York City. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while New York City receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)New York City 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Aqaba or New York City in the Autumn?
Both New York City and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to New York City for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Aqaba is much warmer than New York City in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and New York City fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than New York City. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)New York City 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Aqaba or New York City in the Winter?
Both New York City and Aqaba during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to New York City because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in New York City can be very cold. In the winter, Aqaba is much warmer than New York City. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and New York City averages at about 31°F (-1°C).
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than New York City. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)New York City 31°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Aqaba or New York City in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and New York City. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to New York City this time of year.
In April, Aqaba is generally much warmer than New York City. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and New York City fluctuates around 52°F (11°C).
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than New York City. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while New York City receives 3.8 inches (98 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)New York City 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for New York City and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 inches (88 mm) |
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