Which place is cheaper, Lima or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Lima, 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 Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCordoba $8.40Lima $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $8.40, while the average daily cost in Lima is $77. 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 Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba $3.05Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba $6.10Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Lima? 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 and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cordoba $2.08Lima $5.73
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Short Taxi Ride$4.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Private Transfer From Lima To Paracas With 2 Stops : $176
- Premium Peruvian Horse Show with Lunch & Transfers: $150
- Round-Trip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Lima Airport (LIM) in Lima City: $122
- Palomino Islands Excursion & Swimming with Sea Lions with Hotel Transfers: $119
- Airport Transfer Service in Lima: $95
- Lima round trip transfers airport - hotel - airport + City Tour: $89
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima city hotels: $87
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Pisco Port: $87
- Lima Airport Arrival Transfer for small groups: $79
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Pisco Port : $79
- Private Largevan Transfer - Arrival Lima Airport to Hotel: $70
- Lima J Chavez Airport to Lima Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima 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 $3.83Lima $18
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
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.34
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Ice cream$3.53
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Coffee$2.99
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Donut$0.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Market Food Tour: $33
- Lima Market Food Tour: $34
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
- Lima Night Food Tour: $48
- Lima Market Food Tour: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cordoba $1.88Lima $8.66
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$16
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Movie Tickets$2.31
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Lima in 1 Day! - City Tour + Miraflores, Barranco & San Isidro: $85
- Tour to Historical Places in Lima: $30
- Cultural Tour of the city of Lima & Gastronomic: $62
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2d/1n Tour: Flight to the Nazca, Paracas and Huacachina Lines: $289
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Day Tour to Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3-Day Trip to Lima Tour Package: $150
- 3-Hour Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Lima: $51
- 360° Panoramic bus - Sightseeing Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba $1.48Lima $5.63
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.30
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Beer$4.07
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Cocktail$3.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $17
- Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
- Party Tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl and Drinks: $18
- Party tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Local Wine Tour: $50
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Oasis + Wine Tour !! The best price: $226
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Lima, we can see that Lima 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 Lima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lima 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 Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Lima, 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 Lima?
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cordoba or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Cordoba during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Cordoba is much colder than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. In the summer, Cordoba often gets more sunshine than Limain July. Cordoba gets 277 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets more rain in January than Limain July. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyCordoba 10°C (50°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Cordoba is cooler than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cordoba in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Cordoba gets 196 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In April, Cordoba usually receives more rain than Limain October. Cordoba gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberCordoba 16°C (61°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In July, Cordoba is generally a little warmer than Limain January. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 27°C (81°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Cordoba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Limain January. Cordoba gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets more rain in July than Limain January. Cordoba gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCordoba 27°C (81°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Cordoba is cooler than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Lima during spring. Cordoba gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Cordoba usually receives more rain than Limain April. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilCordoba 19°C (66°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Cordoba
| Cordoba | Lima | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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