Which place is cheaper, Easter Island or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Easter Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Easter Island, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cordoba or Easter Island?
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.
Easter Island
Although Easter Island is considered a territory of Chile, it is actually located far out in the Pacific, almost halfway to Tahiti. Easter Island is well known, despite being one of the most isolated islands on Earth, because of the mysterious giant stone busts which date back centuries. There are 887 monumental statues, called moai, that were built by the Rapa Nui people. There remains much mystery around the historic Polynesian culture which created the stones, as well as the specific meaning for them.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Chile, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCordoba $8.40Easter Island $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $8.40, while the average daily cost in Easter Island is $80. 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 Easter Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba $3.05Easter Island $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba $6.10Easter Island $88
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Easter Island
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Easter Island? 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.Cordoba $2.08Easter Island $2.59
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 Cordoba or Easter Island?
Prices for flights to both Easter Island 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
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Food Meals for one dayCordoba $3.83Easter Island $25
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Easter Island
For Easter Island, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner, Show and Traditional Curanto Te Ra'ai Cultural Experience: $120
- Rapa Nui Dinner Show on Easter Island: $153
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cordoba $1.88Easter Island $40
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
- Alta Gracia: Unveiling Cordoba's Cultural Heritage Tour: $50
- Córdoba CityTour FULLDAY x 2 pax: $60
- Córdoba: Villa Carlos Paz Tour: $59
- Caroya WineTour x 2 Pax: $60
- Cordoba City Tour: $50
- Cordoba City Tour with Optional Jesuitic Square: $62
- Cordoba Cumbrecita Tour with Spanish Speaking Guide: $88
- Cordoba Jesuit Legacy Tour: $87
- Cumbrecita Tour: $88
- El Inicio WineTour x 2 Pax (History and Wines): $85
- Exploring Villa Carlos Paz: Guided Sightseeing Tour: $50
- Full Day Jesuit Legacy Tour from Cordoba: $80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Easter Island
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Easter Island's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Bike Rental$8.38
Tours and Activities in Easter Island
For Easter Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Tour Touring the Highlights of Rapa Nui: $300
- Half Day Private Tour: Caves and Volcanic Refuges: $170
- 2 Day Private Tour: Rapa Nui's Cultural Heritage: $300
- 2 Day Small Group Tour in Moai Monuments and Historic Pathways: $300
- 2 Days Highlights Tour in Easter Island Moai and Nature: $210
- 3 Hours Terevaka Horseback Private Guided Riding Tour: $180
- Easter Island Full-Day Tour: Ahu Tongariki, Rano Raraku and Anakena Beach: $171
- Easter Island Moai Archaeology Tour: Ahu Akivi, Ahu Tahai and Puna Pauâ Quarry.: $91
- Poike Volcano Private Hiking Tour with Guide: $280
- Experience Easter Island Shared Tour for Cruise Ship Passengers : $290
- Full Day Hotu Matua Tour from Vaihu to Anakena: $70
- Full Day Private Tour: Factory of the Moai the stone giants: $219
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba $1.48Easter Island $5.34
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 Cordoba and Easter Island, we can see that Easter Island is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Easter Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Easter Island 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 Cordoba Expensive? and Is Easter Island Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Easter Island?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 360 times larger than the population of Easter Island. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Easter Island, 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 Easter Island?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Cordoba or Easter Island in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Easter Island.
Cordoba is much colder than Easter Island in the summer. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Easter Island fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Easter Island this time of the year. In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cordoba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Easter Island during summer. Cordoba gets 277 hours of sunny skies, while Easter Island receives 272 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Easter Island. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Easter Island receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryCordoba 10°C (50°F)Easter Island 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Easter Island in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Easter Island.
In the autumn, Cordoba is cooler than Easter Island. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cordoba in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Easter Island averages at about 22°C (72°F).
In the autumn, Cordoba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Easter Island. Cordoba gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Easter Island receives 185 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Easter Island. Cordoba usually gets less rain in April than Easter Island. Cordoba gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Easter Island receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilCordoba 16°C (61°F)Easter Island 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Easter Island in the Winter?
Both Easter Island and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In July, Cordoba is generally a little warmer than Easter Island. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 27°C (81°F), and Easter Island fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Easter Island during winter. Cordoba gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Easter Island receives 148 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Easter Island. In July, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Easter Island. Cordoba gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Easter Island receives 105 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyCordoba 27°C (81°F)Easter Island 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Easter Island in the Spring?
Both Easter Island and Cordoba during the spring are popular places to visit.
Cordoba is around the same temperature as Easter Island in the spring. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Easter Island fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
In Easter Island, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cordoba. In the spring, Cordoba often gets more sunshine than Easter Island. Cordoba gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Easter Island receives 224 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets less rain in October than Easter Island. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Easter Island receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberCordoba 19°C (66°F)Easter Island 20°C (67°F)
Typical Weather for Easter Island and Cordoba
| Cordoba | Easter Island | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.