Which place is cheaper, Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen?
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 Copenhagen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Copenhagen?
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.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
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 Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Copenhagen $276
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is $276. 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 Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Copenhagen $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Copenhagen $196
Compare Hotels in Petra and Copenhagen
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Copenhagen? 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 Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Copenhagen $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Aqaba Cruise Port: $72
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Petra to Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) – Private Transfer: $130
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Copenhagen Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $53
- Transfer Copenhagen City Center to Kastrup Airport (CPH): $72
- Kastrup hotel/address to Malmö City - Private Arrival Transfer: $104
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Port to Roskilde Airport RKE: $119
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $120
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen City - Arrival Private Transfer: $121
- Private transfer Copenhagen airport, Port to or from the city: $123
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $123
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel/address: $126
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Port: $126
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen 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 $66Copenhagen $115
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 Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $41
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $106
- Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $140
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access: $150
- Copenhagen Modern Food Tour: $153
- NEW! Eating Copenhagen Food Tour: More than Smørrebrød: $158
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $188
- Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics: $231
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Copenhagen $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$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
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- 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 Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.36
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Copenhagen Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Luggage Pickup for Cruise travelers: $6.96
- Copenhagen Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $7.06
- Copenhagen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 29 reviews: $7.13
- Monstour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Danish Folk Legends: $7.99
- Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen: $7.99
- Copenhagen Self-Guided Tour: $8.25
- Sakura in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Copenhagen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.42
- Frederiksborg Castle and Gardens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Copenhagen $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Vejrhøj Arch Hike with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Copenhagen, 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 Copenhagen?
Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen in the Summer?
Both Copenhagen and Petra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Copenhagen in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally much warmer than Copenhagen. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Copenhagen fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Copenhagen. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Copenhagen 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Petra or Copenhagen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Copenhagen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, most visitors come to Copenhagen for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Petra is much warmer than Copenhagen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Copenhagen fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Copenhagen. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Copenhagen 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Petra or Copenhagen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Petra as well as Copenhagen. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Copenhagen because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Copenhagen can be very cold. In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Copenhagen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Copenhagen averages at about 1°C (33°F).
Petra usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Copenhagen. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Copenhagen 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Petra or Copenhagen in the Spring?
Both Copenhagen and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Copenhagen. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Copenhagen fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Copenhagen. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Copenhagen 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Copenhagen and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 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) | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 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.