Should you visit Aqaba or Singapore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Singapore, 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 Singapore?
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.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.
Which place is cheaper, Singapore or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Singapore is $179. 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 Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Singapore? 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
Singapore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
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King Hussein Int Airport Transfers One Way to Aqaba:
$25
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Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay:
$25
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Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Arava Border:
$27
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Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport:
$27
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Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Hotels:
$27
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Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba:
$35
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Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Petra hotels:
$48
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Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels:
$48
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Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer:
$51
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Private Transfer from King Hussein Airport (AQJ)to Aqaba Port:
$55
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Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba City Hotels:
$55
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Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra:
$59
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
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1 Day 2 Attraction Pass ( Tickets & transfer ):
$141
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Airport Transfer:
$85
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Airport Transfer 9 Seaters Minibus Singapore:
$64
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Airport Transfer: SIN Airport to Singapore by Business Car:
$99
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Airport Transfer: SIN Airport to Singapore by Luxury Car:
$154
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Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Business Car:
$99
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Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Luxury Van:
$117
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Departure Transfer: Pick up from hotel to Airport or CruiseCentre:
$79
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Gardens By the Bay Ticket & Transfer:
$70
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Hotel to Singapore Airport Private Transfer:
$34
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Luxurious Airport/Cruise Transfers Singapore:
$35
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MBS SkyPark, Gardens by the Bay & Flyer with Transfer:
$162
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore 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 day
Aqaba $73
Singapore $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
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Suhaila (connecting through cooking):
$50
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Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks:
$54
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Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.:
$56
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"Wadi Rum Jeep Tour + Bedouin Camp & Dinner Under the Stars:
$80
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Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner:
$82
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Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner:
$100
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Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp:
$109
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2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp:
$115
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From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner:
$169
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Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner:
$220
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Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents:
$286
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Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day:
$425
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast
$4.75
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Sugarcane Juice
$1.56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
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8-hr guided tour : Food Tour, 40-min River cruise & 2 light Shows:
$52
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Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner:
$53
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Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings:
$54
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Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings (Self-Guided Hunt):
$56
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Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker:
$58
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Breakfast Food Tour in Singapore:
$60
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Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour:
$60
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Chinatown History and Food Tour in Singapore:
$60
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Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide:
$61
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Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide:
$68
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Flavors of Singapore Food Tour at Chinatown:
$72
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Flavours of Singapore Food Tour at Joo Chiat:
$72
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Turgut camp with tour:
$15
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2 Hour Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights:
$20
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Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea:
$22
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Join Us Before Sunset – Aqaba Walking Tour Let's Go!:
$27
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Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba:
$30
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Stargazing Adventure in Jordan:
$30
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Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal:
$30
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Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food:
$30
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Wadi Rum Half-day Jeep Tour incl. sandboard, water & Bedouin tea:
$30
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Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets:
$33
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Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour:
$33
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2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon:
$35
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
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Live Like a Local in Singapore (Half-day Tour):
$3.19
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Chinatown Walking Tour: Struggles of our Forefathers:
$4.00
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Singapore City Walking Tour: Heartbeat of the City:
$4.00
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Singapore Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.00
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Jewel Changi Airport: Canopy Park Admission Ticket:
$6.40
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Science Center E-Ticket:
$6.43
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Peranakan Museum Admission Ticket:
$6.51
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Ticket to Singapore Changi Chapel and Museum:
$6.57
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Singapore's Stories and Histories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.99
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The Civic District with Singapore Boy Hossan Leong: A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$6.99
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Singapore Singtel Best 5G/4G Tourist SIMs with SG Transport Card:
$7.06
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Singapore Kids Quest: Family Walking Adventure:
$7.19
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
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Little India Pub Crawl:
$24
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Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl:
$30
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Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl:
$31
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Singapore Pub Crawl:
$38
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Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local:
$39
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Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket:
$41
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LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting:
$77
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LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package:
$192
When comparing the travel costs between Aqaba and Singapore, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Aqaba is in Middle East and Singapore is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Singapore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Singapore?
Singapore has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Singapore, 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.
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