Which place is cheaper, Pucon or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Pucon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Pucon, 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 Pucon?
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.
Pucon
A popular hub for adventure tourism, Pucon is a town in the Lake District of the South American nation of Chile. Located on Lake Villarirca with the snowcapped Villarrica volcano looming above and plenty of forested valleys below, the town has become a home base year-round for a full range of outdoor activities.
Check out our ultimate guide to Traveling in Patagonia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCordoba $8.40Pucon $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $8.40, while the average daily cost in Pucon is $100. 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 Pucon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba $3.05Pucon $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba $6.10Pucon $86
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Pucon
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Pucon? 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 $2.08Pucon $19
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pucon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pucon:
- Pucon Temuco Airport Private Transfer: $130
- Pucon to Puerto Montt El Tepual Airport (PMC) -Departure Transfer: $114
- Private Transfer Pucon Thermal Resorts to Temuco Airport: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Pucon?
Prices for flights to both Pucon 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 $3.83Pucon $38
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.Cordoba $1.88Pucon $37
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
Tours and Activities in Pucon
Here are a few actual costs in Pucon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Rafting Experience in Pucon: $60
- Full Day Excursion Tour to Quetrupillán Volcano: $177
- Full Day Private Tour Ascending Sollipulli Volcano: $140
- Half Day Tour to The Eyes Of Caburgua from Pucon: $93
- Local Chile-Bavarian Culinary Pretzel Baking Experience n Sausage: $149
- Private 3-Hour Canyoning Experience on the Correntoso River: $68
- Private Half Day Andean Lakes Experience with pickup: $110
- Sightseeing Tour in Pucon and Villarica: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba $1.48Pucon $27
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 Pucon, we can see that Pucon 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 Pucon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pucon 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 Pucon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Pucon?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Pucon. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Pucon, 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 Pucon?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Cordoba or Pucon in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Pucon.
Cordoba is much colder than Pucon in the summer. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Pucon fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pucon. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In the summer, Cordoba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Pucon. Cordoba gets 277 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pucon receives 296 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets more rain in January than Pucon. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryCordoba 10°C (50°F)Pucon 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Pucon in the Autumn?
Both Pucon and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Cordoba is a little warmer than Pucon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cordoba in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Pucon averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Pucon during autumn. Cordoba gets 196 hours of sunny skies, while Pucon receives 132 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pucon. In April, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Pucon. Cordoba gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilCordoba 16°C (61°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Pucon in the Winter?
Both Pucon and Cordoba during the winter are popular places to visit.
In July, Cordoba is generally much warmer than Pucon. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 27°C (81°F), and Pucon fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In the winter, Cordoba often gets more sunshine than Pucon. Cordoba gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pucon receives 66 hours of full sun.
Pucon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cordoba usually gets less rain in July than Pucon. Cordoba gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyCordoba 27°C (81°F)Pucon 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Pucon in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Pucon.
Cordoba is much warmer than Pucon in the spring. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Pucon fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cordoba usually receives more sunshine than Pucon during spring. Cordoba gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Pucon receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.
Pucon receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Pucon. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberCordoba 19°C (66°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Pucon and Cordoba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 297 mm (11.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 247 mm (9.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 63 mm (2.5 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.