Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alicante and Cordoba can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Cordoba?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
Cordoba
Cordoba is the capital of the Cordoba province and the second largest city in all of Argentina. The city is in a beautiful setting surrounded by valleys and hills. Within the city you will find many colonial buildings and beautiful architecture. Cordoba also has many universities and scientific institutes, giving it the nickname "La Docta." Because of the large number of students, Cordoba's population is young and active, which keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Cordoba €7.83
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €7.83. 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 Alicante and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Cordoba €2.85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Cordoba €5.70
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Cordoba? 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Cordoba €1.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Puerto Lumbreras : $280
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Azohia: $268
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Mazarrón: $253
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Drova (urbanisation): $253
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Bolnuevo: $253
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Calasparra: $250
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to la Manga Puerto Maestre: $244
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Hellin: $244
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gandia: $236
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Manga Club: $226
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Campo sol Golf Resort : $225
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Mar de Cristal: $220
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€0.01
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Also for Cordoba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private minivan from Cordoba to Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella Airport: $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72Cordoba €3.58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Cooking with us: Pasta Cooking Class in Alicante: $56
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $69
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $179
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:
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Empanadas€0.01
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Sandwich€0.00
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Ice Cream€0.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Cordoba €1.75
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Private Tour of the Basilica of Santa María de Elche: $17
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $201
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $384
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $81
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
- Traditional Córdoba CityTour x 2 Pax: $45
- Exploring Villa Carlos Paz: Guided Sightseeing Tour: $50
- Alta Gracia: Unveiling Cordoba's Cultural Heritage Tour: $50
- Cordoba City Tour: $50
- Private Cordoba City Tour: $53
- Córdoba: Villa Carlos Paz Tour: $59
- Córdoba CityTour FULLDAY x 2 pax: $60
- Caroya WineTour x 2 Pax: $60
- Cordoba City Tour with Optional Jesuitic Square: $62
- Full Day Tour to Punilla Valley from Cordoba: $75
- La Cumbrecita and Villa General Belgrano Full Day Tour: $75
- Full Day Jesuit Legacy Tour from Cordoba: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Cordoba €1.38
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $72
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $81
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $266
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
- Full-Day Private Colonia Caroya Wine Tour from Córdoba: $119
- Wine Tour Privado - Colonia Caroya: $130
- Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Cordoba, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alicante is in Europe and Cordoba is in South America, 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 Cordoba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cordoba 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Cordoba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Alicante. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Cordoba, 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 Alicante or Cordoba?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Cordoba is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Alicante has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Alicante or Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Alicante during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In July, Alicante is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 25°C (77°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the summer, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Cordobain January. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets less rain in July than Cordobain January. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAlicante 25°C (77°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Cordoba in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Cordoba. Many travelers come to Alicante for the shopping scene.
Alicante is a little warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.
In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Alicante usually receives more rain than Cordobain April. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAlicante 20°C (68°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Cordoba. Many visitors come to Alicante in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Alicante is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alicante in January average around 11°C (52°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.
In the winter, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain July. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAlicante 11°C (52°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Cordoba in the Spring?
Both Cordoba and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Alicante for the beaches during these months.
In April, Alicante is generally cooler than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 16°C (60°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Alicante usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAlicante 16°C (60°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Alicante
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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