Which place is cheaper, Osaka 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 Osaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Osaka, 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 Osaka?
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.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Osaka $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $103. 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 Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Osaka $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Osaka $88
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Osaka? 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 Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Osaka $13
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: One-Way Transfer to/from Aqaba by Private Car: $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 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
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $250
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- City-to-City Transfer, from Central Osaka to Each City in Kansai: $116
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $208
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Kansai Airport (KIX) Private Airport Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $143
- Kansai Airport (KIX) Transfer to Osaka/Kobe/Kyoto/Nara/Wakayama: $59
- Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto hotels - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $283
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Kyoto City Hotels: $207
- Kansai Airport Osaka City Private Taxi Transfers: $263
- Kansai Airport(KIX)to/from Osaka and Kyoto Private Transfer: $132
- Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) Private Transfer to/from Osaka: $80
- Luxury Airport Transfer Service in Kyoto and Osaka: $160
- Nijigen no Mori: Naruto Theme Park (with return transfers) Fire shadow training journey: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka 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 $73Osaka $42
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
- "Wadi Rum Jeep Tour + Bedouin Camp & Dinner Under the Stars: $80
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $110
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Osaka Cooking Class 17 Tastes Takoyaki Making: $21
- Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $32
- Guided Local Food Tour with a Ninja Secret Guide in Osaka: $36
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon: $39
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $42
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $42
- (1 Group Only) Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour Wagyu & Ramen Takoyaki: $45
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $48
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $48
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $51
- Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner: $51
- Osaka 2 Hour Local Street Food Tour in Dotonbori and Namba: $58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Osaka $19
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Jordan: 3-Day Tour of Ancient Sites, Nature,&Local Culture": $317
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $84
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $99
- 1 Day Camel tour with lunch: $75
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 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: $35
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
- 2-day Hiking Adventure and Jeep Tour from Wadi Rum: $200
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$29
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Dotonbori: CHEVAL Nightclub Ticket & Drinks (Foreign Only): $5.14
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.42
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.42
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.42
- Osaka Farplane Parco Bar Admission Ticket with Drink for Foreign: $6.42
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $7.12
- Osaka Katsuo-ji Temple Natural Attraction Ticket: $8.00
- Harukas 300 Observatory Tickets | Osaka: $8.00
- Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Glico Sign: $13
- General Admission ticket to ABENO HARUKAS in Osaka: $13
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $13
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Osaka $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $22
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $34
- 3Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Bar Hopping Nightlife Guided Tour in Namba: $46
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl: $51
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Osaka, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Osaka 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 Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Osaka?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Osaka, 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 Osaka?
Osaka 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 Osaka in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Osaka. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Osaka. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Osaka averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Osaka. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 183 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Osaka. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Osaka in the Autumn?
Both Osaka 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, many travelers come to Osaka for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Osaka. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Osaka in the Winter?
Both Osaka 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, many visitors come to Osaka in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Aqaba is much warmer than Osaka in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Osaka fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Osaka. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 140 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Osaka. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Osaka in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, most visitors come to Osaka for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than Osaka. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Osaka averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Osaka. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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