Which place is cheaper, Cozumel or Amman?
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 Amman or Cozumel?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Cozumel. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Amman or Cozumel?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
Cozumel
Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula. It'as a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. With crystal clear waters and vibrant colored coral, Cozumel is one of the most popular dive destinations in the area. The island's economy is centered around tourism, and as such, you'll find plenty of amenities for visitors. The prices are comparable to other coastal towns in the area and there is no shortage of activities or attractions nearby.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mexico.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Cozumel $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Cozumel is $122. 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 Amman and Cozumel in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Cozumel $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Cozumel $126
Compare Hotels in Amman and Cozumel
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Cozumel? 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: Amman Hotel Prices and Cozumel Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Cozumel $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Petra Transfer From Or To Amman: $230
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- From Dead Sea and Petra Day Trip with Transfers: $187
- From Amman Transfer to Petra: $169
- Private Transfer from Amman Airport to Araba Border: $153
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Petra Transfer to and from Airport: $150
- Amman Private Transfer To Jerusalem With VIP Service: $150
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cozumel
Also for Cozumel, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wild Jade Cavern ATV Tour With Transfer: $70
- Taste of Mexico: Rolling Cigar & Tequila Experience with transfer: $132
- Shake It Up- Dance & Salsa Tequila Experience With Transfer: $83
- Private Transfer from Cozumel hotels to Cozumel Cruise Port: $76
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Airport (СZM) to Cozumel Port: $92
- Private One Way Transfer from Cozumel to Cozumel Airport: $67
- Private One Way Transfer from Cozumel Airport to Cozumel: $67
- Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Shared Transfer from Airport to Hotel: $27
- Cozumel Private Airport Transfer: $130
- Cozumel Mayan Experience And Beach Getaway with Transfer: $55
- Cozumel Jungle ATV Tour Adventure and Caverns with transfer: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Cozumel?
Prices for flights to both Cozumel and Amman 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 dayAmman $58Cozumel $37
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $106
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cozumel
For Cozumel, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Mayan Cooking Class in Cozumel: $61
- Private Mexican Trompitos Cooking Class in Cozumel: $79
- Under the Stars Twilight Snorkel and Seaside Dinner at Money Bar: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $90
- Cozumel Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Cozumel $40
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $136
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
- 2 Day Tour of Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $250
- 2 Day Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $200
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $395
- 2 Days Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $95
- 2 Days Petra Private Guided Tour: $225
Tours and Activities in Cozumel
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cozumel.
- ATV Tour El Viejo y Yo Beach Pass with Lunch, Snorkel and Kayaks: $110
- Full Adventure 4x4 Jeep and ATV : $129
- Romantic tour in Cozumel: $127
- 10 Experiences Tour : $200
- 15-minute Private Parasailing Experience in Cozumel: $78
- 4 Hour Cozumel Turtle Sanctuary Experience on a Luxury Catamarán : $72
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Cozumel with Pickup: $95
- ATV Adventour: Jade Cave Cenote, Transportation & Tequila: $87
- ATV Adventure to Jade Cavern Double: $113
- ATV Adventure to Mayan Jade Cavern plus Snorkeling and Lunch: $79
- ATV Seashore + Cenote Combo: Mezcalitos & Mayan Cenote Experience: $64
- ATV Tour and Cenote Experience in Cozumel: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Cozumel $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Cozumel
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cozumel:
- Cozumel Downtown & Brewery: $69
- Downtown Cozumel and Brewery Experience: $89
- Craft Beer Tasting Experience with Brewery Tour: $99
- Cozumel Rum Tasting & Distillery Experience: $107
- Cozumel Mixology Experience at Distillery : $109
When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Cozumel, we can see that Amman 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 Amman is in Middle East and Cozumel is in North America, 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 Amman Expensive? and Is Cozumel Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Cozumel?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cozumel. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Cozumel, 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.
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.