Which place is cheaper, Marseille 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 Marseille?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Marseille, 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 Marseille?
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.
Marseille
Marseille is the second largest city in France and is the largest Mediterranean port in the region. For visitors, Marseille offers an authentic glimpse at France. It has many colorful markets, natural beauty such as the Calanques with its large, beautiful cliffs, and the old harbor area, which offers a glimpse at the areas working class history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Contiki Tours to France, and The Best G Adventures Tours to France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Marseille $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Marseille is $210. 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 Marseille in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Marseille $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Marseille $166
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Marseille
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Marseille? 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 Marseille Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Marseille $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Wadi Rum: One-Way Transfer to/from Aqaba by Private Car: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Border Private Transfer – Hassle-Free Travel: $100
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Petra City Hotels: $93
- Private Transfer from King Hussein Airport (AQJ)to Aqaba Port : $56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Marseille
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Marseille:
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Metro Pass$3.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marseille
Also for Marseille, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport transfer Marseille to Isle sur la Sorgue : $233
- Airport transfer service - Avignon: $227
- Arrival Transfer: MRS Airport to Marseille by Business Car: $125
- Arrival Transfer: MRS Airport to Marseille by Luxury Van: $130
- Comfortable Private Transfer Marseille Airport <-> Arles: $263
- Cruise Port ↔ Marseille Provence Airport Transfer: $114
- Departure Transfer: Marseille to MRS Airport in Luxury Van: $130
- Marseille Airport (MRS) to Arles city - Arrival Private Transfer: $164
- Marseille Airport (MRS) to Marseille - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Marseille Airport (MRS): Transfer to Marseille Cruise Port: $226
- Marseille Airport Transfer to Cruise Port: $167
- Marseille Airport Transfer to Marseille or Aix en Provence: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Marseille?
Prices for flights to both Marseille 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 $73Marseille $86
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
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $75
- 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
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Typical Food Prices in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orangina$2.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marseille
For Marseille, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Web-cooking workshop / French cuisine or French pastry: $38
- Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $114
- Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better: $118
- Aix-en-Provence 3-Hour Walking Food Tour: $129
- Great Marseille Ebike and Food Tour: $131
- Private Food Tour in Marseille 3 Hours with a local expert.: $154
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Marseille $44
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour in Jeep Tour with Bedouin Guide: $81
- Full-Day Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum without Overnight Stay: $85
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- "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
- 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2-Hour Desert Guided Activities Tour in Wadi Rum: $50
- 2-Hour Private Scuba Experience in Aqaba : $45
- 2-day Hiking Adventure and Jeep Tour from Wadi Rum: $202
Tours and Activities in Marseille
For Marseille, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
- Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Marseille Old Town Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Marseille Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Marseille Old Port to Peak Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- Marseille City Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- entry ticket to the Sky Center panoramic terrace: $17
- Château D’If Entry Ticket: $18
- OM Stadium Tour: $25
- Ecopark Adventures Treetop Adventure: $28
- Cosquer Cave Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $29
- Marseille Grand E-Bike Tour : "le tour du Fada": $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Marseille $32
Sample the Local Flavors in Marseille
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marseille:
- Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $24
- Short Day Tour around Aix en Provence and Wine Tasting : $130
- Côtes du Rhône Wine tour: Avignon, Palace of the Popes: $179
- From Marseille Cruise Port : Avignon & Wine Tasting: $187
- Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion : Avignon & Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour: $190
- Marseille Shore Excursion - Full Day Wine Tour in Provence: $197
- Avignon and Côtes du Rhône Wine Tasting Tour: $211
- From Marseille : Sidecar Wine Tour to Cassis and Bandol: $287
- Cassis, Bandol, Le Castellet wine tour: Cliffs and Vineyards: $411
- Marseille Vieux Port & Wine Tasting - Private Tour: $1,116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Marseille, we can see that Marseille 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 Marseille 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 Marseille would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marseille 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 Marseille Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Marseille?
Marseille has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Marseille, 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 Marseille?
Marseille 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 Marseille in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Marseille. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Marseille this time of year.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Marseille. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Marseille averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Marseille. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the summer, Aqaba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Marseille. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Marseille receives 366 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Marseille. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Marseille receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Marseille 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Marseille in the Autumn?
Both Marseille and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Marseille for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Marseille. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Marseille fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Marseille. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Marseille during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Marseille receives 205 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Marseille. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Marseille receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Marseille 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Marseille in the Winter?
Both Marseille and Aqaba during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Marseille in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Aqaba is much warmer than Marseille in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Marseille fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Marseille. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Marseille receives 150 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Marseille. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Marseille receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Marseille 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Marseille in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Marseille. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, most visitors come to Marseille for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than Marseille. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Marseille averages at about 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Marseille this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Marseille during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Marseille receives 245 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Marseille. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Marseille receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Marseille 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Marseille and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 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.