Jordan How Much Does Petra Cost? (2026)
From budget $79/day to luxury $445/day — full daily expense breakdown
Petra Travel Cost — Quick Answer
Updated Jun 2026Per person, per day, in USD — daily cost summary for Petra.
- Budget / day
- $79
- Mid-range / day
- $175
- Luxury / day
- $445
- Biggest expense
- Accommodation ($75/day)
- 7-day total (incl. flights, mid)
- $1,660
- Est. round-trip flight
- $600-1,200 from US/EU; $700-1,500 from Asia (AMM via DOH or DXB)
As of 2026, a day in Petra costs about $79 on a budget, $175 mid-range, and $445 for luxury travel. Accommodation is the single largest cost, and a 7-day mid-range trip including flights totals around $1,660.
Petra can be done on a wide range of budgets. Hostels, local restaurants, and public transport keep daily costs around $79 / JD 56.1. A 3-star hotel with sit-down meals averages $175 / JD 124. Luxury travelers in 4-5 star hotels with fine dining should expect $445 / JD 316+ per day. Below: detailed breakdown by category, total budgets for 3/5/7-day trips, and local saving tips.
How much should you budget per day in Petra?
Per person, per day for Petra in three travel styles · 2026 figures.
- Accommodation$35
- Food$18
- Transport$10
- Activities$16
- Accommodation$75
- Food$35
- Transport$15
- Activities$50
- Accommodation$250
- Food$60
- Transport$30
- Activities$105
Petra is mid-tier Middle East — pricier than Cairo by 67% but cheaper than Abu Dhabi by 30%. Stay at Mövenpick Petra (closest to entrance) OR Petra Marriott (Wadi Musa). Jordan Pass JD 70 ($99) covers visa + Petra + 40 sites. Tip 10% at restaurants + JD 5-10 to Bedouin guides. Sales tax 16% included.
How much does each category cost in Petra?
Per person, per day in USD · 2026 figures.
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $35 | $75 | $250 |
| Food | $18 | $35 | $60 |
| Transport | $10 | $15 | $30 |
| Activities & Attractions | $16 | $50 | $105 |
| Daily Total | $79 | $175 | $445 |
How much does a 3, 5, or 7-day Petra trip cost?
Including round-trip flight estimate · per person · estimated flights: $600-1,200 from US/EU; $700-1,500 from Asia (AMM via DOH or DXB)
* Flight prices vary widely by origin and booking timing. Numbers above are average return economy fares.
Is Petra expensive compared to other cities?
Mid-range daily cost compared to other popular destinations.
* Exchange rates as of April 2026. Mid-range daily cost per traveler.
Cash or card — how should you pay in Petra?
How to pay and what to know about money in Petra.
JOD + USD widely accepted.
Hotels + restaurants; cash for Bedouin tea + souvenirs.
10% at sit-down + JD 5-10 to Bedouin guides.
Arab Bank + Cairo Amman Bank widely available.
Recommended Tours & Activities
Booking tours in advance is typically 15-30% cheaper than walk-up rates.
Petra Hotel Search
Find rooms in your style — budget $35 to luxury $250+ per night.
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Why you can trust cost guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.