Which place is cheaper, Oslo 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 Oslo?
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 Oslo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Oslo?
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.
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Oslo $153
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Oslo is $153. 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 Oslo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Oslo $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Oslo $150
Compare Hotels in Petra and Oslo
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Oslo? 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 Oslo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Oslo $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $99
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Oslo Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $52
- Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port: $70
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $70
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $89
- Private Transfer from Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL): $93
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo to Oslo Airport OSL by Business Car: $126
- Private Transfer from Olso Hotels to Olso Airport: $134
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $134
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL) - Departure Private Transfer: $134
- Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $140
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $140
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Oslo?
Prices for flights to both Oslo 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 $66Oslo $53
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship: $80
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $158
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $163
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $186
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Oslo $15
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:
- Self Guided Tour of Petra Main Trail with App (No Tickets): $8.99
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $60
- Private Guided Tour in Petra with licensed guide: $70
- Private 3-Hour Petra Tour: Treasury, Siq & Ancient City: $75
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
- Wadi Rum Private Guided Tour: $105
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $130
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Downtown Self-Guided Highlights and History Audio Tour: $5.00
- Free Tour of Oslo in Spanish : Local History and Culture: $5.83
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
- The Fram Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- FLOP museum Admission Ticket in Oslo: $21
- The Best of Tour + Local Secrets Guide: $26
- Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $37
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
- Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
- The Grand Oslo Ride: E-bike Experience: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Oslo $9.28
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Three Hour Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $37
When comparing the travel costs between Petra and Oslo, we can see that Petra is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Petra is in Middle East and Oslo is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Oslo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Oslo?
Oslo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Oslo, 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 Oslo?
Oslo 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 Oslo in the Summer?
Both Oslo and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Oslo for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Petra. In the summer, Petra is much warmer than Oslo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Petra in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Oslo averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Oslo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during summer. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 246 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Petra usually receives less rain than Oslo. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Oslo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Petra or Oslo in the Autumn?
Both Oslo and Petra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Oslo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Petra is generally much warmer than Oslo. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 27°C (80°F), and Oslo fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the autumn, Petra often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 86 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in October than Oslo. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Oslo 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Petra or Oslo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Oslo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Oslo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Oslo can be very cold during winter. Petra is much warmer than Oslo in the winter. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Oslo fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Oslo during winter. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Oslo receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Petra usually receives around the same amount of rain as Oslo. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Oslo -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Petra or Oslo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Petra as well as Oslo. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Oslo because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Petra is much warmer than Oslo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Petra in April average around 25°C (76°F), and Oslo averages at about 6°C (42°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the spring, Petra often gets more sunshine than Oslo. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oslo receives 178 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in April than Oslo. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Oslo receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Oslo 6°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Oslo 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 (25°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -3°C (26°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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