Which place is cheaper, Vieques Island or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Vieques Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cordoba or Vieques 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 Vieques 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.
Vieques Island
Amidst the melodious chorus of coqui frogs and gentle whispers of palm trees blowing in an evening breeze, you will find that the waters around you glow just as brightly as the stars above. This tropical paradise is none other than Vieques, Puerto Rico. Tropical forests, bioluminescent bays, coral reefs--this island attracts visitors from all around the world who seek to see the wonders and beauties of the tropics. This island suits those from all walks of life, from history buffs seeking to learn about its unique past to nature-lovers wanting to admire its untouched wilderness. Vieques is the place for a perfect vacation!
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 $8.40Vieques Island $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba is $8.40, while the average daily cost in Vieques Island is $170. 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 Vieques Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba $3.05Vieques Island $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba $6.10Vieques Island $184
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Vieques Island
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba or Vieques 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 $2.08Vieques Island $30
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 Vieques Island
Also for Vieques Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Fajardo or Ceiba to San Juan Airport: $150
- Taxi Transfer From San Juan Airport to El Conquistador Hotel: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Vieques Island?
Prices for flights to both Vieques 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 $3.83Vieques Island $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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cordoba $1.88Vieques Island $34
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 Vieques Island
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vieques Island.
- 1-Hour Bioluminescent Boat Tour in Mosquito Bay, Vieques : $128
- Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Fajardo: $65
- Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Fajardo: $72
- Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayaking Tour in Laguna Grande Fajardo: $65
- Culebra Island Snorkel with Turtles Adventure - Ferry Tickets Included: $135
- El Yunque Waterfalls and Waterslide River Tour: $50
- Fajardo Afternoon Snorkeling Boat Tour: $110
- Full-Day Snorkeling Tour to Culebra Island with Lunch: $139
- Half Day Adventure Private Tour in El Yunque Rainforest: $234
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $45
- Icacos Island All-Inclusive Snorkel and Boat Tour : $125
- Isla de Vieques Beach Sightseeing Day Tour: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba $1.48Vieques Island $30
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Vieques Island, we can see that Vieques Island 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 Vieques Island 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 Vieques Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vieques 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 Vieques Island Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Vieques Island?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Vieques Island. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba and Vieques 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 Vieques Island?
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vieques Island experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cordoba or Vieques Island in the Summer?
Both Vieques Island and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Vieques Island because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Cordoba is much colder than Vieques Island. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cordoba in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Vieques Island averages at about 29°C (83°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Vieques Island. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. Cordoba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Vieques Island during summer. Cordoba gets 277 hours of sunny skies, while Vieques Island receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Vieques Islandin July. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Vieques Island 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)Vieques Island 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Vieques Island in the Autumn?
Both Vieques Island and Cordoba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vieques Island year-round.
In April, Cordoba is generally much colder than Vieques Islandin October. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 16°C (61°F), and Vieques Island fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Vieques Island, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Vieques Islandin October. Cordoba gets 196 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vieques Island receives 235 hours of full sun.
Vieques Island gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cordoba usually gets less rain in April than Vieques Islandin October. Cordoba gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Vieques Island 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)Vieques Island 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Vieques Island in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Vieques Island. Vieques Island attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cordoba is around the same temperature as Vieques Island in the winter. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Vieques Island fluctuates around 26°C (78°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vieques Island this time of the year. Cordoba usually receives less sunshine than Vieques Island during winter. Cordoba gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Vieques Island receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Cordoba usually receives less rain than Vieques Islandin January. Cordoba gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vieques Island 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)Vieques Island 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Vieques Island in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Vieques Island. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vieques Island throughout the year.
In the spring, Cordoba is cooler than Vieques Island. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cordoba in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Vieques Island averages at about 27°C (80°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vieques Island. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In the spring, Cordoba often gets less sunshine than Vieques Islandin April. Cordoba gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vieques Island receives 272 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets less rain in October than Vieques Islandin April. Cordoba gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Vieques Island 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)Vieques Island 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Vieques Island 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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