Which place is cheaper, Havana 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 Havana?
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 Havana can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Havana?
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.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see 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 dayPetra $153Havana $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Havana is $74. 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 Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Havana $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Havana $84
Compare Hotels in Petra and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Havana? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Havana $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- 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 from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $140
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana 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 $66Havana $18
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 Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Havana $11
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:
- Hike Tour of Petra: $10
- 3-Hour Private Petra Tour: Exclusive Classical Guided Experience: $55
- Private Guided Tour in Petra with licensed guide: $70
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- From Petra Wadi Rum Private 8 hours roundtrip tour : $140
Tours and Activities in Havana
Here are a few actual costs in Havana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate: $2,000
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Havana $5.76
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Havana, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Havana, 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 Havana?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Petra or Havana in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Havana. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Petra usually receives less rain than Havana. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. Petra is a little warmer than Havana in the summer. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Havana fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Havana in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Petra as well as Havana. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
Petra usually gets less rain in October than Havana. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Petra is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Petra in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Havana averages at about 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Petra or Havana in the Winter?
Both Havana and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Petra usually receives more rain than Havana. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Petra is generally cooler than Havana. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 15°C (59°F), and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Petra or Havana in the Spring?
Both Havana and Petra during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Petra usually gets less rain in April than Havana. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Petra is around the same temperature as Havana in the spring. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 25°C (76°F) in April, and Havana fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 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.