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

Should you visit Mombasa 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 Mombasa 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: Mombasa or Cordoba?

Mombasa

Mombasa is a beautiful, large city on the eastern coast of Kenya, bordering the Indian Ocean. The city is famous for its stunning beaches, friendly locals, and diverse marine life. Mombasa experiences a tropical climate year round, meaning temperatures rarely drop below 70° Fahrenheit. The rainiest months of the year are April and May and the driest months are January and February. Temperatures tend to be more mild from May through October, usually in the 70's and 80's. Temperatures get much warmer from November through April, with daily averages reaching the high 90's.

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 Family-Friendly Tours to Kenya, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Kenya, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mombasa and Cordoba, we can see that Mombasa is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mombasa is in Africa 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 Mombasa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mombasa 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 Mombasa Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Mombasa or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 79% larger than the population of Mombasa. When comparing the sizes of Mombasa 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 Mombasa or Cordoba?

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

Should I visit Mombasa or Cordoba in the Summer?

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

In July, Mombasa is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 24°C (75°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 Mombasa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mombasa usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during summer. Mombasa gets 216 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Mombasa usually receives more rain than Cordobain January. Mombasa gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Mombasa or Cordoba in the Autumn?

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

Mombasa is much warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mombasa averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mombasa this time of the year. In the autumn, Mombasa often gets more sunshine than Cordobain April. Mombasa gets 291 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Mombasa receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Mombasa usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Mombasa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Mombasa or Cordoba in the Winter?

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

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

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Mombasa gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Mombasa usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Mombasa gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Mombasa or Cordoba in the Spring?

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

In April, Mombasa is generally a little warmer than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Mombasa average around 27°C (81°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 Mombasa. In the spring, Mombasa often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain October. Mombasa gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Mombasa. Mombasa usually gets more rain in April than Cordobain October. Mombasa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Mombasa