Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Saint Thomas, 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 Saint Thomas?
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.
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCordoba $8.40Saint Thomas $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $8.40, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $218. 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 Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba $3.05Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba $6.10Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Saint Thomas? 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 $2.08Saint Thomas $37
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 Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vi Top Taxi &Tours - Airport Transfer to the Ritz Carlton : $180
- Private Hotel and Resorts Transfers: $173
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $169
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
- Private Airport Transfer in St. Thomas from Cyril E. King Airport: $135
- Private Ground Transfers: $120
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer Bluebeard’s / Yacht Haven: $110
- Vi Top Taxi -St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove : $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas 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 $3.83Saint Thomas $54
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 Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $109
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $110
- Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour : $111
- St. John Dinner Sail to Lovango with Open Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres - Westin: $119
- Cruz Bay - PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail: $159
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to Lovango w/ Open Bar and Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $159
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to St. John with Open Bar & Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $169
- Waterfront Harbor Dinner Sail from Frenchman's Reef: $209
- St Thomas Legends Luxury Dinner Sail from the Ritz Carlton: $209
- Swim w/Turtles at St. John, Pizza Pi & Snorkel a shipwreck. : $250
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cordoba $1.88Saint Thomas $60
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: $48
- 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: $60
- 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
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion : $58
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John: $159
- 1-Hour Guided Jet Ski Tour in St. Thomas from Frenchman's Reef: $179
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- Admission Ticket to Coral World Ocean Park & Coki Beach: $35
- Aerial Sightseeing Adventure!: $250
- Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!: $150
- Charlotte Amalie Walking Tour + Contemporary Art Experience: $79
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $10
- Cocktail Sunset Cruise aboard Breakaway Charters at Sapphire: $115
- Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort: $115
- Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Kayak and Snorkel Tour : $169
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba $1.48Saint Thomas $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: $120
- Wine Tour Privado - Colonia Caroya: $130
- Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Thomas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Thomas:
- Wine Tasting with Fine Art Downtown Experience: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cordoba is in South America and Saint Thomas is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Saint Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas 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 Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Saint Thomas?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Saint Thomas, 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 Saint Thomas?
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cordoba or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Cordoba is much colder than Saint Thomas in the summer. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. Cordoba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Saint Thomas during summer. Cordoba gets 277 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Saint Thomasin July. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyCordoba 10°C (50°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
Both Saint Thomas and Cordoba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
In the autumn, Cordoba is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cordoba in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 28°C (82°F)in October.
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomasin October. Cordoba gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun.
Saint Thomas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cordoba usually gets less rain in April than Saint Thomasin October. Cordoba gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberCordoba 16°C (61°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Saint Thomas. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Cordoba is generally around the same temperature as Saint Thomasin January. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 27°C (81°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Cordoba usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during winter. Cordoba gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Saint Thomasin January. Cordoba gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCordoba 27°C (81°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Saint Thomas. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
Cordoba is cooler than Saint Thomas in the spring. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In the spring, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomasin April. Cordoba gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets less rain in October than Saint Thomasin April. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilCordoba 19°C (66°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Cordoba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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