Which place is cheaper, Birmingham or Aqaba?
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 Aqaba or Birmingham?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Birmingham, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Aqaba or Birmingham?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Birmingham
Birmingham, England, is often known as Britain's second-largest city. It is located in the western Midlands of England. Birmingham is nearly in the center of England, so almost all rail and motorways cross here. The city gained popularity and status during the industrial revolution and is still one of the main cities for industrial production and power, ranging from electricity to metal. Because of its importance as an industrial hub, it is one of the most populated cities in England. In more recent years, Birmingham has done a lot to add to the overall cultural scene of the city with the addition of museums and art.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Birmingham $219
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Birmingham is $219. 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 Aqaba and Birmingham in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Birmingham $90
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Birmingham $180
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Birmingham
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Birmingham? 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Birmingham Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Birmingham $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
- Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $250
- Private Transfers To Petra: $200
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Transfer to Petra with Wi-Fi and Water: $191
- Private Petra Day Trip from Aqaba Port with Return Transfer: $190
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Allenby King Hussein Bridge: $173
- Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
- Hassle-Free Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Transfer – 24/7 Service: $150
- Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) to Petra Private Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer Between Aqaba and the Dead Sea : $136
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Birmingham
Also for Birmingham, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport BHX to Birmingham in Business Car: $70
- Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Birmingham - Arrival Private Transfer: $73
- Birmingham Airport : Bus transferring to/from Birmingham: $5.79
- Birmingham Airport : Bus transferring to/from Leicester: $11
- Birmingham Private Transfer from Birmingham Airport to City centre: $125
- Birmingham Private Transfer from Birmingham city centre to Birmingham Airport: $127
- Birmingham to Birmingham Airport BHX - Departure Private Transfer: $73
- Departure Private Transfers from Birmingham to Airport BHX in Business Car: $70
- Private Birmingham Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Birmingham?
Prices for flights to both Birmingham and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $73Birmingham $90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
- Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
- 4h Jeep Tour + Bedouin Night (Dinner & Breakfast): $61
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $84
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $111
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Typical Food Prices in Birmingham
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Birmingham:
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Two Subs at Birmingham Bus Station$7.61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Birmingham
For Birmingham, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self Guided Half Day Food Tour in Birmingham: $94
- Delicious Healthy Cooking Classes: $121
- Traditional Mediterranean Cooking Class (Includes 4-Course Meal): $149
- Spanish Tapas and Paella Cooking Class (Includes 5-Course Meal): $149
- Italian Cooking Class With Tiramisu in Birmingham: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Birmingham $65
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Discover the Depths: Aqaba's Ultimate Dive Experience: $55
- Private Lawrence of Arabia Wadi Rum Overnight Bedouin Experience from Aqaba : $248
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $30
- Wadi Rum 5-Hour Jeep Tour with Camel Ride and Stargazing: $120
- "Jordan: 3-Day Tour of Ancient Sites, Nature,&Local Culture": $317
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $47
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $70
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $136
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 2 Days Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $264
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $30
Tours and Activities in Birmingham
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Birmingham.
- Birmingham Ghost Hunt: Haunted Self-Guide Tour & Quest: $5.94
- Birmingham Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.41
- Photography Walking Tour in Birmingham: $6.80
- Birmingham Bricks and Canals Self Guided Tour with App: $7.51
- Birmingham Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- On the Origins of Charles Darwin: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Shrewsbury: $12
- Birmingham Private Self-Guided Walking Tour: $12
- Winterbourne House and Garden Admission Ticket: $13
- Skip the Line: House and Garden Admission Ticket : $13
- Birmingham Historical Tour: $16
- 2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba: $19
- Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm): $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Birmingham $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Birmingham, we can see that Birmingham is more expensive. And not only is Aqaba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Birmingham 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 Aqaba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aqaba 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 Birmingham would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Birmingham than you might in Aqaba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Birmingham Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Birmingham?
Birmingham has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Birmingham, 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 Aqaba or Birmingham?
Birmingham has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aqaba or Birmingham in the Summer?
Both Birmingham and Aqaba during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Birmingham because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Birmingham. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Birmingham fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Birmingham receives 196 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Birmingham receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Birmingham 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Birmingham in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Birmingham. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the music scene are the main draw to Birmingham this time of year.
Aqaba is much warmer than Birmingham in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Birmingham fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Birmingham during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Birmingham receives 103 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Birmingham receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Birmingham 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Birmingham in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Birmingham. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Birmingham for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Birmingham. In the winter, Aqaba is much warmer than Birmingham. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Birmingham averages at about 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Birmingham receives 58 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Birmingham receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Birmingham 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Birmingham in the Spring?
Both Birmingham and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
In April, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Birmingham. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Birmingham fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Birmingham during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Birmingham receives 136 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Birmingham. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Birmingham receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Birmingham 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Birmingham and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 69 mm (2.7 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.