Which place is cheaper, Rhodes 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 Rhodes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Rhodes, 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 Rhodes?
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.
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Greece, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Rhodes $193
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Rhodes is $193. 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 Rhodes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Rhodes $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Rhodes $132
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Rhodes
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Rhodes? 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 Rhodes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Rhodes $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $141
- Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba: $35
- Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra: $90
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba - Arrival Private Transfer: $31
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $185
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra: $105
- From Transfer to Amman Hotels or Amman Airport: $113
- Hassle-Free Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Transfer – 24/7 Service: $150
- King Hussein Int Airport Transfers One Way to Aqaba: $25
- Private Petra Day Trip from Aqaba Port with Return Transfer: $190
- Private Transfer Aqaba Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride$7.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- All-Inclusive Luxury Catamaran with Lunch, Drinks & Transfer: $129
- Cruise to Symi Island & St George’s Bay with Hotel Transfers: $81
- East Coast Bay to Bay Full-Day Boat Trip with Transfers: $77
- From North Round-Trip Lindos Transfer from Hotels: $15
- From Boat Trip to Symi Island with Hotel Transfer: $73
- From Easy Morning Transfer to Lindos & 4 Hours Free Time: $32
- From Lindos Round-Trip Bus Transfer with Free Time: $23
- Full-Day Symi & St George's Bay Cruise – Lunch & Transfer Options: $65
- LINDOS EXPRESS - PRIVATE Round Transfer and 3Hours FREE in Lindos: $88
- Lindos Day Cruise from Rhodes Town with Swimming stops and Hotel Transfers: $59
- Luxury Airport Transfers in Rhodes: $47
- One Way Private Airport Transfers Rhodes Island: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Rhodes?
Prices for flights to both Rhodes 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 $73Rhodes $93
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 Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee$2.22
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Dinner for Two$26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Rhodes Sunset Cruise: Swim, Greek Dinner, Wine & Live Music: $58
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $61
- Meet My Grandma: Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Rhodes: $69
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class: $73
- Rhodes 3 Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner All Inclusive: $76
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $81
- Traditional Greek COOKING class and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $81
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $81
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $82
- 3-Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner all Inclusive: $83
- Grand Tasting: 11-Course Lunch, Wine Pairing, Cooking Mastery: $85
- Food & Wine Tour: 11- Course Lunch, Cooking Class, Wine Tasting: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Rhodes $22
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
- Join Us Before Sunset – Aqaba Walking Tour Let's Go!: $27
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Wadi Rum Half-day Jeep Tour incl. sandboard, water & Bedouin tea: $30
- Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food: $30
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $32
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Morning or Sunset Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Camel Tours in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $37
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Lindos Acropolis Self-Guided Tour with 3D & Audio (No Ticket): $8.24
- Rhodes Old Town Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.01
- Rhodes Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone: $9.39
- Private Self-Guided Audio Tour in Rhodes: $9.41
- The Palace of the Grand Master Self-guided Audio Tour: $14
- Throne of Helios: The History of Rhodes 9D Experience: $15
- Lindos Bus Tour with Free Time to Explore: $17
- Glass-Bottom Submarine Cruise &Underwater Views&Show: $20
- Rhodes Town: Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views: $20
- Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $23
- Rhodes:1-hour Sightseeing Day Cruise on an 18th-Century Boat: $23
- Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour Bus: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Rhodes $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Rhodes Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: Free Shots & Club Entry: $21
- Self-Guided Filerimos, Butterflies, Wine Tour: $30
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $40
- Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes: $41
- Olives & Olive Oil Tasting + Wine tasting (3 in 1 Experience!): $41
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $45
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $69
- Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $75
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $93
- Private Wine Tasting Experience: $115
- Lavish 11-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $152
- Rhodes wine tasting with Natural Wines: $173
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Rhodes, we can see that Rhodes 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 Rhodes is in Europe, 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes 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 Rhodes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Rhodes?
Rhodes has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Rhodes, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.