Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Petra or Nagasaki?
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 Nagasaki can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Nagasaki?
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.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $125Nagasaki $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $125, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $90. 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 Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Nagasaki $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Nagasaki $94
Compare Hotels in Petra and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Nagasaki? 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 Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Nagasaki $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Petra to Sheikh Hussein Crossing Border Private Transfer: $180
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $46
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Port to Nagasaki Airport (NGS): $46
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki Airport: $51
- Private Transfer - Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Cruise Port: $51
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki Hotels: $61
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki hotels: $68
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Nagasaki Airport(NGS) to Nagasaki city - Arrival Private Transfer: $96
- Nagasaki to Nagasaki Airport (NGS) - Departure Private Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $143
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $143
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki 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 $38Nagasaki $28
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. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $50
- Nagasaki Night Out Food Tour: $158
- Private Walking Street Food Tour Of Nagasaki: $161
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Nagasaki $23
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
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $12
- Nagasaki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Stunning Nagasaki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Nagasaki Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $55
- Nagasaki Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $55
- Nagasaki Shianbashi Tour: $76
- Taste Local Life: Nagasaki's Historical Street Walking Tour: $78
- Nagasaki Downtown Private Tour: $80
- Nagasaki Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with 1-day Tram Ticket: $84
- Japan Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Admission Ticket: $88
- Nagasaki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $90
- Hasami Ware Study Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~ : $94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Nagasaki $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Nagasaki, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Nagasaki much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Nagasaki is in Asia, 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 Nagasaki would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Nagasaki Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Nagasaki?
Nagasaki has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Nagasaki, 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 Nagasaki?
Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki in the Summer?
Both Nagasaki 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, the summer months attract visitors to Nagasaki because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. Petra is a little warmer than Nagasaki in the summer. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 197 hours of full sun.
Nagasaki gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Petra usually gets less rain in July than Nagasaki. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 334 mm (13.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Nagasaki 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagasaki in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Nagasaki. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Nagasaki this time of year.
In the autumn, Petra is a little warmer than Nagasaki. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Petra in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 20°C (67°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nagasaki receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Nagasaki 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagasaki in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Petra as well as Nagasaki. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Nagasaki for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Petra is generally much warmer than Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 15°C (59°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 112 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in January than Nagasaki. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Nagasaki 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagasaki in the Spring?
Both Nagasaki 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, many visitors come to Nagasaki in the spring for the activities around the city.
Petra is much warmer than Nagasaki in the spring. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 25°C (76°F) in April, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagasaki. In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Nagasaki 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nagasaki and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 193 mm (7.6 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 334 mm (13.1 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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