Which place is cheaper, Vilnius 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 Vilnius?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
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.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Vilnius $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Vilnius is $133. 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 Vilnius in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Vilnius $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Vilnius $94
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Vilnius
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Vilnius? 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 Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Vilnius $8.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- King Hussein Int Airport Transfers One Way to Aqaba: $25
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Hotels: $27
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Tala bay Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $33
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Cruise Port: $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport (AQJ): $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels: $48
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Petra hotels: $48
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba City Hotels: $55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport$0.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $99
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $198
- Private Transfer: from Vilnius to Klaipeda via Trakai Castle: $273
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Vilnius?
Prices for flights to both Vilnius 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 $73Vilnius $72
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
- 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 Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $115
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Vilnius $11
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
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Join Us Before Sunset – Aqaba Walking Tour Let's Go!: $27
- Wadi Rum Half-day Jeep Tour incl. sandboard, water & Bedouin tea: $30
- Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.62
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.41
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- History Loop with Audio and Quiz at Vilnius Self-Guided Tour: $8.16
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $10
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Vilnius $6.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Vilnius, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Vilnius 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 Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Vilnius Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Vilnius?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Vilnius. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
It's very hot in Aqaba this time of the year. Aqaba is much warmer than Vilnius in the summer. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Vilnius fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Vilnius during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Vilnius receives 219 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Vilnius 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Vilnius in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Vilnius. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Aqaba is much warmer than Vilnius. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aqaba in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Vilnius averages at about 8°C (46°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vilnius receives 94 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Vilnius 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Vilnius in the Winter?
Both Vilnius and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In January, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Vilnius. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 14°C (57°F), and Vilnius fluctuates around -5°C (23°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Vilnius during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Vilnius receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Vilnius -5°C (23°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Vilnius in the Spring?
Both Vilnius and Aqaba during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
Aqaba is much warmer than Vilnius in the spring. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Vilnius fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vilnius receives 164 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Vilnius. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Vilnius 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Vilnius and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 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.