Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Montego Bay?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montego Bay and Cordoba can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
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.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $203, 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 Montego Bay and Cordoba in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:
Also for Cordoba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Montego Bay 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montego Bay and Cordoba, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montego Bay 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay 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 Montego Bay Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Montego Bay. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay 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.
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Montego Bay as well as Cordoba. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Montego Bay is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 28°C (82°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. In the summer, Montego Bay often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain January. Montego Bay gets 257 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
Montego Bay usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Cordobain January. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Cordoba and Montego Bay are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
Montego Bay is much warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. Montego Bay usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Montego Bay gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Montego Bay. In October, Montego Bay usually receives more rain than Cordobain April. Montego Bay gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Cordoba and Montego Bay during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Montego Bay is cooler than Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Montego Bay in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. In the winter, Montego Bay often gets more sunshine than Cordobain July. Montego Bay gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Montego Bay usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Montego Bay gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montego Bay and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
In April, Montego Bay is generally a little warmer than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 25°C (77°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montego Bay usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Montego Bay gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Montego Bay usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cordobain October. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Montego Bay | Cordoba | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
May | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |