Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Beijing?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Beijing or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Beijing and Cordoba can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Beijing or Cordoba?
Beijing
Beijing is the capital of China and, with 21.5 million people, it is the second most populated city in the world after Shanghai. It is a city that keeps pockets of its history hidden in old neighborhoods or back alleys, despite the constant change and modernization that goes on around it. As the capital city of China, there is plenty of history and culture. You can still get yourself lost in one of the last remaining hutongs, which are old neighborhoods that remain untouched by the city's modernization. The alleys that weave between the old homes are lined with drying clothes, corner markets, and people going about their daily lives the way they have for centuries. Surrounding these hutongs you'll find modern buildings and a booming economy, all threatening to destroying these last bits of Beijing's history. Beijing offers a glimpse into a microcosm that represents the entire country of China. Make sure you give yourself enough time in China to truly experience Beijing. You can pass a lot of time soaking up life in the city, which remains as diverse as the country it resides within.
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 Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeijing $91Cordoba $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Beijing is $91, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $61. 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 Beijing and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeijing $40Cordoba $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeijing $80Cordoba $98
Compare Hotels in Beijing and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Beijing 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: Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beijing $7.83Cordoba $2.86
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Beijing
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Beijing:
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Taxi$4.78
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Train from Airport for Two$7.01
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Taxi to Hotel$8.41
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2 Metro Passes$2.24
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Metro$0.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beijing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Beijing:
- Pivate Transfer To Datong Yungang Grottoes From Beijing: $598
- Beijing Layover Private Tour: City Highlights With Airport Transfer: $300
- Beijing Acrobatics Show And Peking Opera Tour With Transfer: $299
- Beijing Layover Tour with Hutong, Temple of Heaven and Airport Transfer: $296
- Beijing Layover of Comprehensive City Tour With Airport Transfer: $290
- Private Day Tour of Beijing City Overview with Airport Transfer: $285
- Beijing Private Transfer: Mutianyu Great Wall Slow-Paced Visit: $280
- Beijing Hutong Culture Experience with Airport Transfer: $276
- Private Transfer to Beidaihe Summer Resort from Beijing: $272
- Private Transfer To Guyaju Ancient Cave(With Options): $269
- Private Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace with A Guide: $259
- Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Private Tour With Airport Transfer: $249
Is it cheaper to fly into Beijing or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Beijing 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 dayBeijing $34Cordoba $6.62
Typical Food Prices in Beijing
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beijing:
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Popcorn$0.84
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Hot Pot Dinner$7.01
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Dumpling Breakfast for Two$2.80
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Watermelon$1.96
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Peking Duck Dinner for 2$17
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Two Popsicles$0.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beijing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Beijing.
- Online Cooking Class Handmade Noodles by Sunflower Li: $20
- Hutong Breakfast Food Tour: $45
- 3.5-Hour Walking Food Tour: A Bite of History at Beijing Niujie Street: $49
- Temple of Heaven Private Tour w/Option Show &Dinner: $54
- Experience Beijing Walking Food Tour Private : $55
- Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour: $55
- China's Favourite Street Food Cooking Workshop: $55
- Private Local Food Tour in Beijing with a Local Guide: $59
- Beijing Walking Food Tour with a Local Friend: $60
- Beijing Shichahai Hutong Dinner and Beer Walking Tour: $68
- Beijing Hidden Hutong Bike & Food Tour - Pro Photos Included: $71
- Acrobatic Show with Peking Duck Dinner Private Tour: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beijing $24Cordoba $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Beijing
Here are a few typical costs in Beijing for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Summer Palace for Two$8.41
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Two Opera Tickets$60
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Temple of Heaven Park Entrance (for 2)$9.81
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Forbidden City (for 2)$17
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Forbidden City Tickets$17
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Audio Guides at Forbidden City$11
Tours and Activities in Beijing
Here are a few actual costs in Beijing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Day Mutianyu Great Wall and Beijing Airport Drop off Tour: $235
- All Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Private Tour: $188
- Beijing 2 Summer Palace Private Garden Tour: $140
- Beijing Art Tour: Seeing Fantastic Ming Murals at Fa Hai Temple : $220
- Beijing Private Tour of Ming Tombs, Summer Palace, Bird's Nest and Water Cube: $297
- China Art Museum and 798 Art Zone Private Tour: $137
- Forbidden City Private Walking Tour with Optional Sights: $81
- Full Day Private Tour Incredible Beijing City Highlights: $179
- Lama temple -Confucius temple - DongYue temple Private Cultural Tour: $156
- Mutianyu Great Wall Ticket with Cable Car option: $16
- Private Tour Temple of Heaven with Tickets: $33
- 1-Day Beijing private tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeijing $12Cordoba $6.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Beijing
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Beijing:
- Private Beijing Hutong Night Foodie and Bar Crawl Tour: $98
- Evening Food Private Tour with Brewery Taproom Hopping at Slow Boat in Beijing: $110
- 5-Hour Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour from Beijing: $178
- Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour and Mutianyu Great Wall Visit: $238
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beijing and Cordoba, we can see that Beijing is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beijing is in Asia 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 Beijing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beijing 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 Beijing Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beijing or Cordoba?
Beijing has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Beijing 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 Beijing 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 Beijing has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Beijing or Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Beijing during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Beijing for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Beijing is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Beijing in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F)in January.
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beijing. In the summer, Beijing often gets less sunshine than Cordobain January. Beijing gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Beijing. Beijing usually gets more rain in July than Cordobain January. Beijing gets 176 mm (6.9 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 JanuaryBeijing 27°C (80°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Cordoba in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beijing and Cordoba. The autumn months attract visitors to Beijing because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Beijing is generally cooler than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Beijing average around 14°C (56°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Beijing, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beijing usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Beijing gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Beijing usually receives less rain than Cordobain April. Beijing gets 19 mm (0.7 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 AprilBeijing 14°C (56°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Beijing as well as Cordoba. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Beijing this time of year.
It's quite cold in Beijing in the winter. Beijing is much colder than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Beijing averages around -4°C (26°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beijing this time of the year. In the winter, Beijing often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain July. Beijing gets 201 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Beijing usually gets less rain in January than Cordobain July. Beijing gets 3 mm (0.1 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 JulyBeijing -4°C (26°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Cordoba in the Spring?
Both Cordoba and Beijing are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Beijing for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Beijing is cooler than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Beijing in April average around 14°C (57°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beijing. Beijing usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during spring. Beijing gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Beijing usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Beijing gets 26 mm (1 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 OctoberBeijing 14°C (57°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Beijing
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (26°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (29°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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