Which place is cheaper, Rome 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 Rome?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Rome, 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 Rome?
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.
Rome
Rome is the kind of city that refuses to stay in the past, even though history is everywhere you look. Ancient ruins rise beside buzzing cafes, scooters zip past Renaissance palaces, and quiet cobblestone lanes suddenly open onto grand piazzas filled with fountains, churches, and street performers. It is a city of layers: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica, neighborhood trattorias, stylish boutiques, and late-night gelato walks all woven together into one unforgettable experience. Whether you come for the art, the food, the history, or the simple pleasure of wandering without a plan, Rome has a way of making every day feel like a discovery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Rome $240
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Rome is $240. 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 Rome in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Rome $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Rome $208
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Rome
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Rome? 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 Rome Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Rome $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
- Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $88
- Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba: $35
- Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra: $90
- Aqaba Airport transfer to Aqaba City: $25
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Arrival Private Transfer: $70
- 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
- Aqaba to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rome
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rome:
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Metro Ride (for Two)$2.32
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Train to the Airport$17
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Taxi to Airport$52
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Bicycle Rental (Full Day)$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rome
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rome:
- “Skip the Taxi Line : Private FCO ↔ Rome Transfer with Pro Driver”: $52
- Airport Transfer: Ciampino Airport CIA to Rome by Business Car: $101
- Airport Transfer: Fiumicino Airport FCO to Rome by Business Car: $122
- Airport Transfer: Rome to Ciampino Airport CIA by Luxury Van: $109
- Appian Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfere: $74
- Arrival Private Transfer from Rome Train Station to Rome City: $57
- Arrival Transfer: Fiumicino Airport FCO to Rome by Business Car: $122
- Arrival in Airport Transfer & Exclusive City Introduction: $261
- Bus Transfer from Fiumicino Airport to Vatican City: $7.00
- Caracalla Baths Ticket with Transfer and Audio Guide App: $69
- Ciampino Airport Rome (CIA) to Rome - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $128
- Ciampino to Rome city transfers: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Rome?
Prices for flights to both Rome 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 $73Rome $97
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
- "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: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $109
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rome:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$16
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4 Ice Cream Sandwiches$3.47
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Cafe e doce$4.64
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Pizza (Fast Food)$3.08
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)$37
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Cheese and bread$12
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Espresso$2.32
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Dinner$67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rome
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rome.
- Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture: $20
- Hard Rock Cafe Rome with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Rome Testaccio Market Food Tour Eat Like a Local: $40
- Rome Food Tour for Breakfast Lovers: $41
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Guided Sightseeing: $45
- Rome Early Morning Breakfast and Sightseeing Food Tour: $45
- Rome Pizza Making Class for Families in Trastevere: $45
- Rome Food Tour: Tastings in the Jewish Ghetto & Campo de' Fiori: $45
- Cappuccino, Moka and Tiramisù Cooking Class in Central Rome: $47
- Rome Street Food Tour Eat Like a Local: $51
- Rome's Street Food Tour with Local Tastings & Sightseeing: $52
- Tasty Trastevere Street Food Tour in Rome from Tiberine Island to Ponte Sisto: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Rome $42
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Wadi Rum Full day Jeep Tour with Stay in Bedouin Camp Overnight: $12
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Aqaba Walk Tour: History, Culture & Local Flavors: $27
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Morning or Sunset Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $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
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $33
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rome
Here are a few typical costs in Rome for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Rome Museum Vaticano (for 2)$80
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Coliseum Tickets (for Two)$38
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Roma Pass$35
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Hop on Hop Off Bus (All Day)$23
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Segway Tour$87
Tours and Activities in Rome
Here are a few actual costs in Rome for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Rome Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided City Tour: $3.49
- Ancient City Walking Tour at Twilight: $4.08
- Colosseum and Roman Forum Sightseeing Area Walking Tour: $4.67
- Historical Walking Tour in Rome City Center with Hidden Gems: $4.67
- Rome Art Walking Tour Who Killed Caravaggio: $4.67
- Audio guided tour of the historic center of Rome: $4.67
- Tour of Rome to Visit the Most Iconic Monuments: $5.00
- Rome Timeless Trail Self Guided Walking Tour with App: $5.50
- Pantheon Rome Entry Ticket: $5.83
- Pantheon Rome Timed Entry Ticket and optional Minerva: $5.83
- Rome Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $5.83
- Rome Pantheon Entry Experience With Audio: $5.83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Rome $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rome:
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Bottle of Wine$7.54
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Pint of Beer$7.36
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Beer$12
Sample the Local Flavors in Rome
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rome:
- Cabaret and Burlesque Show at Rome: $35
- Cabaret and Burlesque Show: $35
- Rome’s Exclusive Wine Tasting: Sip Near the Colosseum!: $38
- Wine Tasting and Food Pairing with gelato in Trastevere: $45
- Art, Wine & Food Experience–The Ultimate Roman Wine Tasting: $47
- Dolce Vita Burlesque show: $58
- Burlesque lessons with the best Italian stars: $58
- Frascati Wine Tasting Experience in the Old Town: $61
- Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Food and Wine Tour: $61
- Wine Tasting and Food Pairing in Underground Cellar in Rome: $63
- Wine Tasting Cold cuts and Rare Cheeses in Grotta a Testaccio: $70
- Private Wine Tasting in Trastevere: $76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Rome, we can see that Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rome 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 Rome Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Rome?
Rome has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Rome, 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 Rome?
Rome 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 Rome in the Summer?
Both Rome and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Rome for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Rome. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Rome averages at about 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Rome. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Rome during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 338 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Rome. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Rome receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Rome 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Rome in the Autumn?
Both Rome and Aqaba during the autumn 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 Rome in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Rome. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Rome fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Rome. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 198 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Rome. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Rome receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Rome 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Rome in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Rome. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, most visitors come to Rome for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Aqaba is much warmer than Rome in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Rome fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Rome during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 127 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Rome. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Rome receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Rome 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Rome in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Rome. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Rome because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than Rome. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Rome averages at about 14°C (57°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rome. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Rome. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 204 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Rome. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Rome receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Rome 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Rome and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
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