Which place is cheaper, Petra or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paphos or Petra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Petra, 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 Petra?
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.
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €97Petra €116
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Petra is €116. 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 Petra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Petra €55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Petra €110
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Petra
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Petra? 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 Petra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Petra €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Blue Lagoon trip with slide, music & transfer from Paphos: $32
- Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
- 180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
- Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
- Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
- Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis City by Sedan: $69
- Departure Transfer from Polis City to Paphos Airport PFO by Sedan: $69
- Blue Lagoon/Akamas: Adults Sunset with Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Petra?
Prices for flights to both Petra 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 €38Petra €35
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
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€11
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Juice€1.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Dinner with a local family in Petra , hotel transfers included .: $45
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Petra €44
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One€65
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Sightseeing Tour Visit to Petra with Licensed Guide: $100
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Petra €14
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 Petra, we can see that Petra 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 Petra 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra 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 Petra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Petra?
Paphos has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Petra, 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 Petra?
Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Petra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Paphos or Petra in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Petra. Most visitors come to Paphos for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. In July, Paphos is generally cooler than Petra. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 27°C (80°F), and Petra fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Petra during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Petra receives 384 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paphos usually receives rain Petra. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Petra receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Petra 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Petra in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Petra. The autumn months attract visitors to Paphos because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year.
Paphos is cooler than Petra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Petra fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the autumn, Paphos often gets less sunshine than Petra. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Petra receives 295 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in October than Petra. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Petra receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Petra 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Petra in the Winter?
Both Petra and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Paphos is cooler than Petra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paphos in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Petra averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. Paphos usually receives less sunshine than Petra during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Petra receives 234 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Petra. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Petra receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Petra 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Petra in the Spring?
Both Petra and Paphos during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Paphos for the beaches and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round.
In April, Paphos is generally cooler than Petra. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 17°C (62°F), and Petra fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Petra. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Petra receives 282 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in April than Petra. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Petra receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Petra 25°C (76°F)
Typical Weather for Petra and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 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) | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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