Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Fuerteventura Island?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fuerteventura Island or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Fuerteventura Island and Cordoba. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Fuerteventura Island or Cordoba?
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
Cordoba
Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFuerteventura Island €124Cordoba €127
The average daily cost (per person) in Fuerteventura Island is €124, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €127. 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 Fuerteventura Island and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFuerteventura Island €61Cordoba €68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFuerteventura Island €122Cordoba €136
Compare Hotels in Fuerteventura Island and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Fuerteventura Island or Cordoba? 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.Fuerteventura Island €46Cordoba €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fuerteventura Airport Departure Transfer (Corralejo Hotels to Airport): $148
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:
- Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $72
- Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $295
- Medina Azahara Cordoba, with Transfer by Bus: $34
- Guided tour of Medina Azahara with transfer from Córdoba: $27
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $132
- Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $241
Is it cheaper to fly into Fuerteventura Island or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Fuerteventura Island 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 dayFuerteventura Island €33Cordoba €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2-Hour Cooking Activity in Fuerteventura, Spain: $82
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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Ice Cream€1.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.
- Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fuerteventura Island €30Cordoba €25
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ferry to Isla de Lobos: round-trip tickets from Corralejo : $20
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with wifi: $22
- Vineyard Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting in Fuerteventura: $37
- Selfguided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and the northern volcanoes: $40
- Segway Corralejo Costal Tour : $43
- Winery and Chocolate Tasting Experience in Fuerteventura: $43
- Fuerteventura Cocktail Experience: $44
- 1.5-Hour Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour: $44
- Surf Experience in Cotillo: $49
- Surf Experience in Corralejo: $49
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $52
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $54
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:
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Garden Entrance Fee€6.00
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:
- 3-Hour Tour from Cordoba to the Site of Medina Azahara: $32
- Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour: $20
- Alcazar of Cordoba Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket: $20
- Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus: $66
- Authentic Patios of Cordoba Guided Tour: $20
- Best of Cordoba Guided Tour : $46
- Bike Tour Córdoba: $32
- Córdoba Highlight Walking Tour: $32
- Córdoba Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $8.95
- City Sightseeing Cordoba Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $24
- Cordoba : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide: $49
- Cordoba Jewish Quartier Guided Tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFuerteventura Island €6.79Cordoba €37
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $26
- Evening Local Wine Tasting in Córdoba: $39
When comparing the travel costs between Fuerteventura Island and Cordoba, we can see that Cordoba is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fuerteventura Island Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
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.