Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Uppsala, 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 Uppsala?
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.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Uppsala $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $185. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Uppsala $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Uppsala $208
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Uppsala $23
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
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Transfer to Petra with Wi-Fi and Water: $191
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Allenby King Hussein Bridge: $173
- Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
- Private Transfer Aqaba Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Hassle-Free Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Transfer – 24/7 Service: $150
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Hotels: $133
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Airport: $133
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $73Uppsala $64
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
- 4h Jeep Tour + Bedouin Night (Dinner & Breakfast): $65
- 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
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Uppsala $22
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 in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 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: $35
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.42
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $24
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Adventure parc: $54
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $96
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala 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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala 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 Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Uppsala?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Uppsala, 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 Uppsala?
Uppsala 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 Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala and Aqaba during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Uppsala in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Uppsala. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round.
Aqaba is much warmer than Uppsala in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Uppsala. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Aqaba is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Uppsala averages at about -3°C (27°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Uppsala in the Spring?
Both Uppsala and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
In April, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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.