Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Petra?
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 Petra or Berlin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Petra and Berlin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Berlin?
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.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Berlin $204
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Berlin is $204. 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 Petra and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Berlin $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Berlin $148
Compare Hotels in Petra and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Berlin? 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Berlin $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Madaba – Safe & Comfortable Ride: $140
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.63
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Bahn Ticket$3.49
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Short Taxi Ride$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Berlin BER Airport Private Transfer to Berlin City Center: $46
- Private One way Airport Transfer Berlin To Berlin Airport: $63
- Transfer from Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City Center: $75
- Brandenburg Airport Transfer to Berlin City Center: $79
- Private Berlin Airport & City Transfer: $89
- Berlin City Departure Private Transfer to Berlin Train Station in Business Car: $93
- Arrival Transfer from Berlin Train Station to Berlin by Sedan: $93
- Berlin Departure Private Transfers from Berlin City to Berlin Airport SXF: $99
- Berlin City Departure Private Transfer to Berlin Train Station in Luxury Car: $99
- Berlin City Departure Private Transfer to Berlin Train Station in Luxury Van: $99
- Private Transfers from to Berlin Airport BER: $106
- Berlin Private Transfer from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City centre: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Berlin $104
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.82
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Turkish Sandwich$2.33
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Currywurst$2.33
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2 Pho Noodles$10
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$70
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Mauer Park (2)$13
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Coffees at Impala$9.08
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Comedy Show with Pizza and Shots in Central Berlin: $16
- English Stand-Up Comedy Show with Free Pizza and Free Shots: $17
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
- Mitte Culinary Food Tour: $51
- Kreuzberg Culinary – The Food Tour: $58
- Berlin Food Tour: Taste the Best with a Full Meal & Beer: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Wintergarten Variety AHOI - Swing*Dinner*Acrobatics - Show Ticket: $78
- Disco - Acrobatics Dinner and Dance - Variety Theater in Berlin: $80
- Candlelight dinner for two – Italian night in Berlin: $81
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Berlin $26
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$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Exclusive Golden Hour Sunrise Tour in Petra: $150
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour | Guide Sami Nawafleh: $225
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$23
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- Berlin 2-Hour Segway Tour: $2.33
- Rude Bastards tour of No Walls - No Wars – No Nazis: $3.55
- Berlin Walking Tour: $3.55
- City's Highlights Walking Tour: $4.65
- Rude Bastards tour of Berlin (CYHIT): $4.72
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Berlin: $4.72
- Berlin's Museum Island: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Into the Heart of A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Ku'damm Couture and Currywurst: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Berlin Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.79
- Berlin Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Berlin Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Berlin $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alternative Pub Crawl, Bars, Beats & Insider Stories: $11
- Pub Crawl & Party with Free Shots & VIP Club Access: $12
- Alternative Berlin Pub Crawl: $12
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $17
- Berliner Berg Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $19
- Cirque du Burlesque Berlin show ticket: $21
- Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $22
- Original Pub Crawl Berlin: $24
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $29
- Sip Up Comedy - Stand Up Comedy with Wine Tasting: $31
- Ludwig's Queer Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Wine on Canvas - Paint Workshop and Wine Tasting: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Petra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Berlin 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 Petra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Petra 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Petra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 240 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Berlin, 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 Petra or Berlin?
Berlin 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 Petra or Berlin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as Berlin. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally much warmer than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Berlin. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Berlin. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Petra or Berlin in the Autumn?
Both Berlin and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Berlin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Petra is much warmer than Berlin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Berlin fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Berlin. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Petra or Berlin in the Winter?
Both Berlin and Petra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Berlin can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Berlin averages at about -0°C (31°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets more rain in January than Berlin. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Petra or Berlin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Berlin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Berlin because of the activities around the city.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Berlin. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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