Things to do in Jordan

5 destinations in Jordan, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.

Places to visit in Jordan

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Amman: The cheapest months to fly to Amman are November through February (excluding Christmas/New Year), when fares from North American hubs can be 25-35% lower than the spring and summer peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend prices by an additional 10-15%.
Aqaba: Flying to Aqaba in the shoulder months of March-April or October-November saves roughly 20-35% versus peak summer (July-August) and Christmas periods. Midweek departures (Tuesday-Wednesday) consistently offer lower fares than weekend travel on all routes.
Dead Sea: Flying into Amman is cheapest in January-February and late October-November, when round-trip fares from major US/European hubs can be 25-40% lower than summer peak. Avoid March-April (Easter/Passover crowds) and July-August when both prices and desert temperatures peak above 105°F.
Petra: Flights to Amman are cheapest from mid-November through February (excluding Christmas week), with fares running roughly 25-35% lower than the peak spring season (March-May) when Petra's weather is best and tourist numbers peak. Flying midweek, Tuesday or Wednesday departures, typically saves an additional $50-100 per person on transatlantic routes.
Wadi Rum: Flying in November through February (excluding Christmas/New Year) and late April to early May offers roughly 20-35% lower airfares than summer peak season; midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend pricing by another 10-15%.

A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.

Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.

Amman: Wander the Citadel grounds at dusk The golden-hour light over the city is stunning and entry is cheap enough it feels free after sunset strolling outside.
Amman: Explore Rainbow Street on foot Street art, bookshops, and rooftop views cost nothing; just walk and soak it in.
Aqaba: South Beach Public Shore Free public beach with direct snorkel access to coral and calm turquoise water
Aqaba: Aqaba Corniche Walk Stroll the palm-lined waterfront promenade at sunset with stunning views of four countries
Dead Sea: Public Dead Sea Beach (Amman Beach area) Access the famous salty waters and free mud at public stretches without paying resort fees
Dead Sea: Sunset watching at the shoreline The reflection of the setting sun over the Dead Sea and Israeli hills is spectacularly photogenic and costs nothing

Hashem Restaurant in Amman, Falafel, hummus, and fool (fava beans) breakfast platter Plates $2-4
Sufra Restaurant in Amman, Mansaf (Jordan's national lamb and jameed dish) Plates $7-12
Al-Shami Restaurant in Aqaba, Ful medames and freshly baked flatbread with hummus Plates $2-5
Captain's Restaurant in Aqaba, Grilled fresh fish with rice and salad Plates $6-12
Al-Nawras Restaurant (Sweimeh Village) in Dead Sea, Mansaf (lamb and rice in jameed sauce) Plates $4-8
Local Falafel Stands near Sweimeh in Dead Sea, Falafel sandwich with pickles and tahini Plates $1-3