Which place is cheaper, Aqaba or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paphos or Aqaba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Aqaba, 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: Paphos or Aqaba?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, and The Best Budget Tours to Jordan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €97Aqaba €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Aqaba is €119. 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 Paphos and Aqaba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Aqaba €55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Aqaba €110
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Aqaba
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Aqaba? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Aqaba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Aqaba €23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon trip with slide, music & transfer from Paphos: $32
- Blue Lagoon/Akamas: Adults Sunset with Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $82
- Cyprus & International Show Night with buffet ,open bar, transfer: $87
- Departure Transfer from Polis City to Paphos Airport PFO by Sedan: $69
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
- 180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
- Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
- Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
- Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
- Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $48
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Aqaba Airport transfer to Aqaba City: $25
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $164
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport to Petra Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Aqaba King Hussein Intl Airport to Petra-Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra, Jordan: $105
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $60
- Aqaba Port to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Aqaba Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $70
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Aqaba?
Prices for flights to both Aqaba and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €38Aqaba €40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $53
- Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $54
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $67
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
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $64
- 4 hour desert jeep tour with overnight in beduin camp including dinner&breakfast: $85
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner Under the Stars: $135
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Aqaba €51
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cruise to Blue Lagoon from Latchi Port: $20
- Paphos/Akamas: Blue Lagoon Bus & Boat Tour with water slide: $21
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with sightseeing departing from LATCHI HARBOUR. Postcode 8840: $22
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide : $24
- From Limassol Experience: $25
- Latchi to Blue Lagoon Glass Bottom+slide Boat Tour: $25
- Full day trip to Blue Lagoon Latchi Akamas with Boat cruise: $27
- Chrysoroyiatissa ,Kykkos ,Omodos Day Tour from Paphos: $27
- From Guided tour of Limassol with Rock of Aphrodite: $29
- Paphos/Akamas: Blue Lagoon Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide: $30
- From Authentic Cyprus Guided Tour with Breakfast: $32
- Wave Dancer Boat Sunset Cruise with BBQ and Swimming: $34
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Turgut camp with tour: $15
- 3-Hour Shore Dive or Snorkel Experiences in Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Full Day Private Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $36
- Walking Tour History ,Culture & Food: $37
- Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
- Jeep Tours in Wadi Rum with Bedouin Guide 2,3,4,5 hours | Magic Bedouin Star: $38
- Mosaic Art Experience: $38
- 4-hour sunset tour of desert highlights: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Aqaba €8.53
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $29
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $70
- Regional Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $102
- WINE TOUR from Paphos: $104
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Aqaba, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Paphos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Aqaba is in Middle East, 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 Paphos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Paphos 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 Paphos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Aqaba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Aqaba?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Aqaba, 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 Paphos or Aqaba?
Paphos 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 Paphos or Aqaba in the Summer?
Both Aqaba and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. 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 the summer, Paphos is cooler than Aqaba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Paphos in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Aqaba averages at about 33°C (91°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Aqaba during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Aqaba receives 384 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paphos usually receives rain Aqaba. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Aqaba receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Aqaba 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Aqaba in the Autumn?
Both Aqaba and Paphos during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round.
In October, Paphos is generally cooler than Aqaba. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 21°C (70°F), and Aqaba fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the autumn, Paphos often gets less sunshine than Aqaba. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aqaba receives 295 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in October than Aqaba. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Aqaba receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Aqaba 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Aqaba in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Aqaba. Many travelers come to Paphos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Paphos is cooler than Aqaba in the winter. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Aqaba fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. Paphos usually receives less sunshine than Aqaba during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Aqaba receives 234 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Aqaba. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Aqaba receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Aqaba 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Aqaba in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Aqaba. Many visitors come to Paphos in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
In the spring, Paphos is cooler than Aqaba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Paphos in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Aqaba averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Aqaba. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aqaba receives 282 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in April than Aqaba. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Aqaba receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Aqaba 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Aqaba and Paphos
| Paphos | Aqaba | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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