Which place is cheaper, London 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 London?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or London, 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 London?
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.
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 Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to 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 dayAqaba $157London $295
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in London is $295. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59London $171
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118London $342
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and London
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24London $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
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$25
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Luggage Storage$11
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London Map$1.76
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Oyster Card$49
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$29
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Oyster Card$37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chauffeur Transfer Services from London City To Heathrow Airport: $240
- Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport Transfers: $182
- Private Transfer To or From London City Airport: $123
- "Private Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Dover Cruise Port": $181
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $175
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouth".: $164
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge.": $115
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Slough": $59
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Watford".: $78
- 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Central London: $240
- 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to/from Central London: $229
- Airport - hotel - airport transfers for Heathrow groups.: $532
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $73London $81
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 London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$18
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Tea$8.18
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$53
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Morning Tea$8.66
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Pastry$6.82
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Sushi Dinner for One$25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Food Tour - Self Guided: $7.00
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $41
- 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
- Pizza and Beer Bus Experience: $67
- Pizza Express Dinner and Comedy Show Experience in Covent Garden: $75
- International Stand Up Show & Monmouth K. Dinner in Covent Garden: $89
- International Stand Up Show & Flesh & Buns Dinner, Covent Garden: $89
- Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home : $94
- Borough Market Christmas Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts: $96
- Tea and Doughnuts: Small-Group Borough Market Walking Food Tour : $96
- Traditional English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54London $44
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
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$113
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London Symphony Orchestra$47
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London Pass$64
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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 Mob Revenge in Westminster: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- Camden Town's Quirky Characters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Kew Gardens, Richmond - Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.83
- Brixton Self-Guided Music Walking Tour - Guided By Historian: $6.83
- Jazz Notes - Jazz Jam Ticket: $6.85
- Harry Potter's London Self-Guided Tour for Muggles with an App: $6.93
- Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Soho Instagram Self-Guided Walking Tour - Top Photo Spots: $7.00
- Jack the Ripper in Quest Experience: $7.16
- London Sherlock Holmes: Crack the Case Walking Adventure: $7.16
- Bustling Bloomsbury: A Self-Guided Street Photography Tour: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07London $21
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- London Pub Crawl: $29
- Small Group Covent Garden Historic Pub Tour in London: $34
- London Calling Pub Crawl Shots Pints Pubs & Good Times: $34
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
- Camden Pub Crawl in London: $34
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $35
- Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $41
- Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $44
- Beer Babe Bar Crawl in London: $52
- Historic London Pub Tour: $55
- London Soho Rock and Roll Pub Tour with Guide: $65
- East End Craft Brewery Tour: $67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and London, we can see that London 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 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 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 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 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 London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba 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 Aqaba or London?
London 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 London in the Summer?
Both London 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. Also, the summer months attract visitors to London because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is much warmer than London. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and London averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than London. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 195 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than London. Aqaba 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 JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or London in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and London. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to London this time of year.
In October, Aqaba is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and London fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than London during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 107 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than London. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 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 OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or London in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as London. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to London for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in London. Aqaba is much warmer than London in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°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 London. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 52 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than London. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or London in the Spring?
Both London and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to London in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than London. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and London averages at about 9°C (48°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than London during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than London. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 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 AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 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 | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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