A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mandeville vs. Cordoba for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mandeville or Cordoba?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Mandeville or Cordoba? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Mandeville or Cordoba?

Mandeville

Mandeville is a small, quiet town in the mountains of Jamaica with a population of about 50,000. The town is situated on a plateau west of Kingston. It is the largest town in the parish of Manchester and the fifth largest urban center in the country.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.


Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Mandeville?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Mandeville is $81, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $8.40. 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 Mandeville and Cordoba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mandeville $38
    Cordoba $3.05
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mandeville $76
    Cordoba $6.10
Compare Hotels in Mandeville and Cordoba

Looking for a hotel in Mandeville 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.

Hotels in Mandeville


Hotels in Cordoba


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mandeville $31
    Cordoba $2.08

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:


  • 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

Is it cheaper to fly into Mandeville or Cordoba?

Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Mandeville 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Mandeville $24
    Cordoba $3.83

Typical Food Prices in Cordoba

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:


  • Empanadas
    $0.01
  • Sandwich
    $0.00
  • Ice Cream
    $0.00

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mandeville $8.31
    Cordoba $1.88

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mandeville $6.51
    Cordoba $1.48

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 Mandeville and Cordoba, we can see that Mandeville is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mandeville is in Caribbean Islands and Cordoba is in South America, 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 Mandeville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mandeville 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 Mandeville Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mandeville or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Mandeville. When comparing the sizes of Mandeville and Cordoba, 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 Mandeville or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Mandeville experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Mandeville or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mandeville and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mandeville year-round.

In July, Mandeville is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Mandeville average around 29°C (83°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Mandeville, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mandeville usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during summer. Mandeville gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Mandeville usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cordobain January. Mandeville gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Mandeville 29°C (83°F) 
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Mandeville or Cordoba in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Mandeville as well as Cordoba. Mandeville attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Mandeville is much warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mandeville averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mandeville this time of the year. In the autumn, Mandeville often gets more sunshine than Cordobain April. Mandeville gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Mandeville receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Mandeville usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Mandeville gets 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Mandeville 28°C (82°F) 
    Cordoba 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Mandeville or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Mandeville are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mandeville throughout the year.

In the winter, Mandeville is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mandeville in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mandeville. Mandeville usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Mandeville gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Mandeville usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Mandeville gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Mandeville 26°C (79°F) 
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Mandeville or Cordoba in the Spring?

Both Cordoba and Mandeville during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mandeville because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In April, Mandeville is generally a little warmer than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Mandeville average around 26°C (80°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mandeville. In the spring, Mandeville often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Mandeville gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

Mandeville usually gets less rain in April than Cordobain October. Mandeville gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Mandeville 26°C (80°F) 
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Mandeville

Mandeville Cordoba
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C (79°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 26°C (79°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mar 26°C (80°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 26°C (80°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 28°C (82°F) 101 mm (4 in) 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 122 mm (4.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 29°C (83°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 29°C (83°F) 96 mm (3.8 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 29°C (83°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 160 mm (6.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 28°C (82°F) 115 mm (4.5 in) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)