Which place is cheaper, Utrecht 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 Utrecht?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Utrecht, 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 Utrecht?
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.
Utrecht
Utrecht is both a province and a city in the Netherlands. The city is a unique university city with a lively atmosphere. Imagine Amsterdam but smaller, and with fewer tourists. Utrecht has the same underlying historical/magical feel as Amsterdam, but is full of locals rather than crowds of tourists. It has a population of about 300,000 making it the fourth largest city in the Netherlands.
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 Netherlands, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Utrecht $271
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Utrecht is $271. 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 Utrecht in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Utrecht $125
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Utrecht $250
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Utrecht
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Utrecht? 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 Utrecht Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Utrecht $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Aqaba to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Petra hotels: $49
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Cruise Port: $49
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels: $49
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport (AQJ): $56
- Private Transfer from King Hussein Airport (AQJ)to Aqaba Port : $56
- Private Transfer from Aqaba city hotels to Aqaba Cruise Port: $56
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Utrecht
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Utrecht:
- Private transfer from Utrecht to AMS Schiphol Airport: $131
- Private taxi transfer from Utrecht to Amsterdam: $111
- Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Utrecht?
Prices for flights to both Utrecht 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 $73Utrecht $117
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Utrecht
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Utrecht.
- Utrecht Food Tour on a Bicycle with local guide: $81
- Utrecht Food Tour with local guide: $83
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Utrecht $51
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sightseeing Bike Rental in Aqaba: $7.00
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tours - Full Day Jeep Tour: $24
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Aqaba Red Sea: $27
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Wadi Rum Nature Desert morning or sunset: $30
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
Tours and Activities in Utrecht
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Utrecht are as follows:
- Utrecht 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.58
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht's Charming City Centre: $5.99
- Discover Utrecht's Highlights: Your Self-Guided GPS Tour: $8.29
- Castles, Canals and Good Folk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Utrecht: $8.99
- Utrecht Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.53
- Utrecht Historic City: a Self-Guided Augmented Reality Tour: $12
- Pub Trail an adventure full of surprises: $13
- Pub Trail Utrecht An Adventure Full of Surprises: $13
- Cultural and Historical Audio Guided Walking Tour of Utrecht: $16
- Utrecht Guided Highlights Walking Tour: $19
- Utrecht Walking Tour with a local comedian as guide: $23
- Escape Tours Utrecht; find the secret exit and win! : $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Utrecht $28
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Utrecht, we can see that Utrecht 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 Utrecht 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 Utrecht would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Utrecht 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 Utrecht Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Utrecht?
Utrecht has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Utrecht, 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 Utrecht?
Utrecht 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 Utrecht in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Utrecht. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Also, most visitors come to Utrecht for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Utrecht. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Utrecht fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Utrecht during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Utrecht receives 194 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Utrecht 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Utrecht in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Utrecht. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Utrecht because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Aqaba is much warmer than Utrecht in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Utrecht fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Utrecht receives 100 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Utrecht 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Utrecht in the Winter?
Both Utrecht and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Utrecht this time of year.
It's quite cold in Utrecht in the winter. In the winter, Aqaba is much warmer than Utrecht. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Utrecht averages at about 2°C (36°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Utrecht during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Utrecht receives 38 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Utrecht 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Utrecht in the Spring?
Both Utrecht and Aqaba during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Utrecht for the natural beauty.
In April, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Utrecht. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Utrecht fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the spring, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Utrecht receives 156 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Utrecht. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Utrecht receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Utrecht 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Utrecht and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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