Last updated: October 30, 2026. Flight, hotel and rental car prices below were checked on that date and change daily, so use them as a guide and confirm the price for your own dates.
Jordan is often described as either expensive or cheap. The truth sits in the middle. The Jordanian dinar is pegged to the US dollar (1 JOD ≈ $1.41), so your money doesn’t stretch as far as in Egypt or Southeast Asia, but hotels, food and rental cars are clearly cheaper than in Western Europe or the US. This guide uses prices we checked ourselves on October 30, 2026, plus the current Petra and Jordan Pass fees.
Before you book: the region has been volatile in 2026. Check your government’s current travel advice for Jordan before you pay for anything.
Is Jordan an Expensive Country to Visit?
Jordan isn’t a backpacker bargain, but it isn’t overpriced either. Compared with Western Europe or the US, daily costs are lower; compared with Southeast Asia, they are higher. The single biggest fixed cost is Petra, and that is exactly where the Jordan Pass saves you money (see below).
- Entrance fees are fixed and easy to plan
- Food and simple hotels are cheap
- Rental cars cost far less than in Europe or the US
Flying to Jordan: What We Found
We checked round-trip economy fares to Amman (Queen Alia International, AMM) for March 10–20, 2027, a good season for Jordan. Prices include taxes and fees for one adult.
| Route (round trip) | Cheapest found | Nonstop |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt – Amman | $367 (1 stop, Pegasus) | $576 (Lufthansa) |
| London (LHR) – Amman | $581 (nonstop, Royal Jordanian) | $581 (Royal Jordanian) |
| New York (JFK) – Amman | $930 (2 stops, Ethiopian); $939 with 1 stop (Gulf Air) | none in our results |
Round-trip fares for March 10–20, 2027, checked on Google Flights on October 30, 2026. Individual observations, not averages.
From Europe, one-stop flights on carriers like Pegasus or Turkish Airlines are often the cheapest; from the US, expect at least one stop. Booking 2–3 months ahead and avoiding holiday periods usually gets the best fares.
Entry Fees: Visa, Petra and the Jordan Pass
This is the part most travelers underestimate, and where the biggest saving is.
- Tourist visa on arrival: 40 JOD (about $56)
- Petra, if you stay overnight in Jordan: 50 JOD (about $70) for 1 day, 55 JOD for 2 days, 60 JOD for 3 days
- Jordan Pass: 70 JOD (about $99) with 1 day at Petra, 75 JOD ($106) with 2 days, 80 JOD ($113) with 3 days
The Jordan Pass includes Petra, entry to 40+ other sites (Jerash, Wadi Rum, the Amman Citadel and more) and waives the 40 JOD visa fee, if you buy it online before you arrive and stay at least 3 nights. A visa plus one day at Petra alone already costs 90 JOD, so the pass pays off on day one. The 2-day version is usually the best value: Petra is too big for a single day.
Accommodation Costs in Jordan
We checked hotel prices in Amman on Trip.com for March 10–13, 2027 (3 nights, 2 adults, 1 room):
| Hotel | Per night | 3 nights incl. taxes |
|---|---|---|
| Beit Ahlan (simple guesthouse) | $32 | $102 |
| Amman Paradise Hotel | $91 | $274 |
| Hilton Amman | $169 | $547 |
| Grand Hyatt Amman | $179 | $580 |
| The Abdali Boulevard Hotel by IHG | $185 | $598 |
| W Amman | $267 | $864 |
Trip.com, checked October 30, 2026. “Per night” is the room rate before taxes and fees; the 3-night total includes them.
So in Amman you can sleep for about $30–$40 a night in a simple guesthouse, around $90 in a decent mid-range hotel, and $170–$270 in an international 5-star. In Petra (Wadi Musa) and at Wadi Rum desert camps, prices vary a lot by season, so compare a few options for your dates. Many travelers mix cheap hotels with one special night in a Wadi Rum camp.
Food Costs: Eating Well Without Overspending
- Street food (falafel, shawarma): about $1–$3
- Meal in a local restaurant: $5–$10
- Mid-range restaurant: $12–$20
- Coffee or tea: $1–$3
Jordanian food is filling, fresh and cheap where locals eat. Tap water isn’t recommended for drinking, so budget a little for bottled water. In restaurants, a tip of around 10% is common.
Transportation Costs Inside Jordan
Jordan is compact, which keeps transport costs down.
- Rental car: on DiscoverCars, cars at Amman airport started at $11.02 a day for a small manual car and $17.34 for an automatic (rentals in early November 2026). The average across all listings was about $24 a day; January was the cheapest month (around $19 a day on average) and July the most expensive (around $42).
- Fuel: about 1.02 JOD per liter on average (roughly $1.45), according to DiscoverCars.
- Buses and minibuses: the cheapest way between cities, but less flexible.
- Taxis and ride apps in Amman: cheap for short trips.
- Private driver: the most comfortable option, and worth it if you share the cost.
For a classic route (Amman, Jerash, Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba), a rental car is usually the cheapest and most flexible choice. Driving inside Amman can be stressful, so many travelers pick up the car on the day they leave the city.
Daily Budget Breakdown
Here is what a realistic day in Jordan costs per person when two people travel together, using the prices above:
| Category | Budget | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation (half a double room) | $17–$35 | $45–$90 |
| Food | $15–$20 | $30–$45 |
| Transport | $5–$15 (buses) | $12–$20 (shared rental car + fuel) |
| Jordan Pass and sights (spread over 7 days) | $15 | $15–$25 |
| Daily total | about $50–$85 | about $100–$180 |
Hotel, car and entry fees based on prices checked October 30, 2026; food is a typical estimate.
Are Cheap Jordan Tour Packages Worth It?
Packages can make sense if you are short on time: transport, hotels and often Petra and Wadi Rum are bundled at a fixed price, with no planning stress. The trade-offs are fixed schedules, less flexibility and fewer chances to eat and stay where locals do. For a week or more, a self-planned trip with a rental car and the Jordan Pass is usually cheaper.
How Much Does a 7–10 Day Trip to Jordan Cost?
Per person, for 8 days with the 2-day Jordan Pass ($106), traveling as a couple:
- Budget from Europe: flight $370–$580 + Jordan Pass $106 + 8 days at $50–$85 → about $880–$1,370
- Mid-range from Europe: flight $580 + Jordan Pass $106 + 8 days at $100–$180 → about $1,490–$2,130
- From the US: add roughly $350–$550 to these totals for the longer flight (we saw New York–Amman from $930 round trip)
Want to compare Jordan with Europe? See our guides on the true cost of traveling across Europe and a trip to Lisbon.
Practical Money Tips
- Buy the Jordan Pass online before you fly, and stay at least 3 nights so the visa fee is waived.
- Choose the 2-day pass: Petra needs more than one day.
- Rent the car outside peak summer; January to March is much cheaper than July.
- Eat lunch where locals eat, and save the splurge for a Wadi Rum camp night.
Final Thoughts
Jordan isn’t the cheapest destination in the region, but it is one of the most rewarding for what you spend: Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and Roman Jerash in one compact country. With a one-stop flight from Europe, the Jordan Pass and a shared rental car, an 8-day trip is realistic for around $900–$1,400 per person on a budget.
FAQs
Is Jordan expensive for tourists?
It’s mid-priced. Budget travelers can manage on about $50–$85 a day per person when traveling as a couple; mid-range travelers spend about $100–$180. Petra is the biggest single cost, which the Jordan Pass reduces.
How much is a flight to Jordan?
For March 10–20, 2027, we found round trips to Amman from $367 (Frankfurt, 1 stop), $581 (London, nonstop with Royal Jordanian) and $930 (New York).
How much does Petra cost?
For visitors staying overnight in Jordan, 50 JOD (about $70) for one day, 55 JOD for two and 60 JOD for three. The Jordan Pass (70–80 JOD) includes Petra, 40+ other sites and the visa fee waiver.
Is the Jordan Pass worth it?
Yes, if you visit Petra and stay at least 3 nights. The visa (40 JOD) plus one day at Petra (50 JOD) already costs more than the 70 JOD Wanderer pass. Buy it online before you arrive.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Jordan?
In our check, cars at Amman airport started at about $11 a day (small manual) and $17 for an automatic, with an average of about $24 a day. Prices are lowest in winter and highest in July.
When is the cheapest time to visit Jordan?
Winter (December to February) has the lowest rental car and hotel prices, but can be cold, especially in Petra and Wadi Rum. Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) offer the best balance of weather and price.
