Budget & Costs
Jordan is not a budget travel destination — prices are significantly higher than in Egypt, Tunisia, or Morocco. But with the Jordan Pass and the right strategies, costs can be well managed.
Daily Budget per Person
| Style | €/Day | Accommodation | Food | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | 35–50€ | Hostel/Camp | Street food + Falafel | JETT Bus/Minibus |
| Budget | 50–80€ | Guesthouse/2★ | Local restaurants | Minibus + Taxi |
| Mid-range | 80–140€ | 3–4★ Hotel | Good restaurants | Rental car |
| Comfort | 140–250€ | 4–5★ Hotel/Boutique | Upscale restaurants | Rental car + private tours |
| Luxury | 250€+ | 5★ Resort (Dead Sea) | Fine dining | Private transfers |
Price Examples (2025/2026)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Falafel Sandwich (Street Stand) | 0.50–1 JOD (0.65–1.30€) |
| Mansaf (Local Restaurant) | 5–8 JOD (6.50–10.40€) |
| Hummus Plate | 1–2 JOD (1.30–2.60€) |
| 1.5l Water | 0.25–0.50 JOD |
| Taxi Amman (5 km) | 2–3 JOD |
| JETT Bus Amman–Petra | 11 JOD (approx. 14€) |
| Rental Car per Day | 25–50 JOD (32–65€) |
| Petra Entry (1 Day) | 50 JOD (65€) — OR included in the Jordan Pass! |
| Wadi Rum Camp (1 Night with Food) | 30–80 JOD (39–104€) |
| Double Room 3★ Hotel | 30–60 JOD (39–78€) |
| Double Room 5★ Dead Sea | 120–250 JOD (156–325€) |
| Dive in Aqaba | 35–50 JOD (45–65€) |
💡 Tipp
The Jordan Pass is THE budget hack for Jordan: For 70 JOD (1-day Petra) or 75/80 JOD (2-/3-day Petra), you get the visa (worth 40 JOD) PLUS entry to 40+ attractions including Petra (50 JOD). The pass ALWAYS pays off if you stay at least one night in Jordan. Buy online before your trip: jordanpass.jo
