Which place is cheaper, London 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 London?
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 London can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or London?
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.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153London $290
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in London is $290. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59London $168
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118London $336
Compare Hotels in Petra and London
Looking for a hotel in Petra or London? 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 London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23London $35
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
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $99
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$20
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Heathrow Express$24
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Luggage Storage$11
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London Map$1.73
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Oyster Card$48
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$29
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Oyster Card$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer Between Heathrow Airport & Radisson RED: $9.15
- Transfer Heathrow Airport to/from Renaissance Hotel: $9.15
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow Airport & Premier Inn: $9.15
- Stansted airport: Bus transfer from/to Cambridge: $12
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $15
- Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol: $16
- Manchester Airport : Bus transferring to/from London: $17
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow & Luton Airports: $17
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $18
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol City Center: $18
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Oxford Gloucester Green: $26
- Departure Private Transfer Argostoli to Kephalonia Airport EFL in Business Car: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $66London $80
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 London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$17
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Tea$8.04
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$52
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Morning Tea$8.51
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Pastry$6.70
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Sushi Dinner for One$24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe London Old Park Lane with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $41
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $43
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $48
- Sky Garden Access Ticket + 2 Course Dinner at Larch Restaurant: $60
- French Cuisine Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $87
- 2 Hour Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with 4 Tastings in London: $103
- The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes: $103
- London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour: $109
- Japanese Izakaya Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $115
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $115
- Indian Cooking Masterclass with Market Tour: $120
- Winner 2026 London East End Food Tour: 10 Year Anniversary: $121
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47London $44
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:
- 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: $60
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $200
- Literary tourism experience in Petra: $300
- 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
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$111
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London Symphony Orchestra$46
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London Pass$63
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Comedy Show$11
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- London's Hidden Gems Self Guided City Tour: $2.28
- London Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.47
- A Camp Self-Guided Tour of London with Paul Baker: $5.00
- Ghosts of Theatreland: Haunted West End Walking Tour in London: $5.00
- Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- London’s West End at War: Self-Guided WWII Puzzle Adventure: $5.90
- There’s More to Moorgate: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Thomas Cubitt’s Pimlico: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- The Ealing Beaver Project: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- Southwark Pirates of the Thames Quest Experience in London: $6.25
- London Bridge: Troll Hunt Puzzle Adventure: $6.25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15London $20
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $19
- Greenwich Historic Pub Tour: $20
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $26
- Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail: $30
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
- London PUB CRAWL Shots Pints & Good Times: $34
- London Pub Crawl: $34
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $35
- The Great British Pub Walking Tour: London: $39
- Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $43
- Beer Babe Bar Crawl in London: $52
- London Sightseeing Gusbourne Sparkling Wine Tasting & Cheese: $67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and London, we can see that London 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 London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London 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 London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 530 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and London, 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 London?
London 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 London in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as London. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to London this time of year.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. Petra is much warmer than London in the summer. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and London fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than London. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 195 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than London. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Petra or London in the Autumn?
Both London 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 travelers come to London for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Petra is much warmer than London. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Petra in October average around 27°C (80°F), and London averages at about 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than London during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 107 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than London. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Petra or London in the Winter?
Both London 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, many visitors come to London in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
London can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Petra is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 15°C (59°F), and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than London. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 52 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in January than London. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Petra or London in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and London. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, most visitors come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Petra is much warmer than London in the spring. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 25°C (76°F) in April, and London fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than London during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than London. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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