A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cordoba vs. Casablanca for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cordoba or Casablanca?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cordoba and Casablanca 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: Cordoba or Casablanca?

Cordoba

Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. AndalucĂ­a's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Cordoba?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is €127, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is €65. 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 Cordoba and Casablanca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cordoba 68
    Casablanca 39
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cordoba 136
    Casablanca 78
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Casablanca

Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Casablanca? 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.

Hotels in Cordoba


Hotels in Casablanca


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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 and Casablanca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cordoba 28
    Casablanca 9.86

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:

  • Guided tour of Medina Azahara with transfer from Córdoba: $27
  • Medina Azahara Cordoba, with Transfer by Bus: $34
  • Medina Azahara Córdoba with Bus Transfer: $66
  • Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $72
  • Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $133
  • Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $243
  • Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $296

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    6.41
  • Taxi Ride
    7.32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $16
  • Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $19
  • Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport : $19
  • Private transfer: from Casablanca to the airport: $21
  • Casablanca to Casablanca Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $21
  • Casablanca Cruise Port to Casablanca hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
  • Casablanca Port to Mohammed V Airport (CMN) - Departure Private Transfer: $21
  • Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Casablanca Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
  • Private Transfer from Casablanca Cruise Port to Casablanca hotels: $21
  • Casablanca Cruise Transfer or Airport Transfer Service: $22
  • private transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city: $28
  • Private Airport Transfer To Casablanca And Cities: $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Casablanca?

Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Cordoba 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Cordoba 34
    Casablanca 18
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:


  • Ice Cream
    1.80

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.

  • Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $49
  • Feed the Fire Cordoba Cooking Class & Market Tour: $154

Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    2.75
  • Lunch
    8.24
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.

  • Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $50
  • Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
  • Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $65
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour: $105
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $107
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Hotel Transfers: $140
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class with a Casablanca Local Chamsi: $146
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $150
  • Experience Moroccan Cuisine - Private Market Tour & Cooking Class with Transfers: $190
  • Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Casablanca Local with Transfers: $200

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cordoba 25
    Casablanca 8.17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:


  • Garden Entrance Fee
    6.00

Tours and Activities in Cordoba

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:

  • Córdoba Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $9.05
  • A Self-Guided Tour of Córdoba’s History City of Caliphs: $9.99
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
  • Guided tour inside the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba: $13
  • Walking Tour in Heritage Cordoba: $13
  • Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Guided Tour : $15
  • Medina azahara night experience without transportation: $15
  • Cordoba's Authentic Patios: 2-Hour Tour with Tickets: $15
  • Patios tour in Cordoba: $16
  • Walking Tour in the Patios of Cordoba: $16
  • Guided tour of the ALCAZAR REYES CRISTIANOS of Córdoba: $18
  • Medina Azahara Experience Without Transportation: $18

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:

  • Skip the line Hassan II mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $15
  • Casablanca Instant Access Entry Tickets to Hassan II Mosque : $20
  • Visit to the Hassan2 mosque, ticket included, skip the line: $25
  • Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket: $34
  • 2-Hour Casablanca Walking Tour : $39
  • Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket: $39
  • Casablanca city tour, mosque fees included, Skipper the line: $40
  • Tangier's Hidden Gems: 4-Hour Private Walking Tour: $43
  • Casablanca City Tour: $49
  • Casablanca Private Tour including Hassan II Mosque: $50
  • Casablanca Tour with Hassan II mosque entry: $50
  • Casablanca city tour with Mosque entry included: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cordoba 37
    Casablanca -

Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:

  • Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $26


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Casablanca, we can see that Cordoba is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cordoba is in Europe and Casablanca is in Africa, 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Cordoba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cordoba than you might in Casablanca.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cordoba Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Casablanca?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Casablanca, 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 Cordoba or Casablanca?

Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Casablanca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Cordoba or Casablanca in the Summer?

Both Casablanca and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Cordoba for the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In July, Cordoba is generally a little warmer than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 27°C (81°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Casablanca. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Casablanca during summer. Cordoba gets 358 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Cordoba usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F) 
    Casablanca 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Cordoba or Casablanca in the Autumn?

Both Casablanca and Cordoba during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Cordoba because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.

Cordoba is around the same temperature as Casablanca in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Casablanca fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

In Casablanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cordoba. In the autumn, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 233 hours of full sun.

Cordoba usually gets more rain in October than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F) 
    Casablanca 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Cordoba or Casablanca in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Casablanca. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Cordoba this time of year. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the winter, Cordoba is cooler than Casablanca. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cordoba in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Casablanca averages at about 13°C (55°F).

Cordoba usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during winter. Cordoba gets 162 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Cordoba usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F) 
    Casablanca 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Cordoba or Casablanca in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Casablanca. Many travelers come to Cordoba for the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.

In April, Cordoba is generally around the same temperature as Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 16°C (60°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Casablanca. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In the spring, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 262 hours of full sun.

Cordoba usually gets more rain in April than Casablanca. Cordoba gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Cordoba 16°C (60°F) 
    Casablanca 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Casablanca and Cordoba

Cordoba Casablanca
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 82 mm (3.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 12°C (53°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 15°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 20°C (67°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Jun 24°C (74°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 21°C (69°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 23°C (74°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Sep 24°C (76°F) 26 mm (1 in) 22°C (72°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 20°C (67°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 13°C (56°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 16°C (62°F) 72 mm (2.9 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)