Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Montevideo or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montevideo 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.
Where Should I go: Montevideo or Cordoba?
Montevideo
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
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 Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontevideo $68Cordoba $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $68, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $76. 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 Montevideo and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $37Cordoba $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $74Cordoba $122
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo 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: Montevideo Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $6.78Cordoba $3.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Montevideo to Colonia del Sacramento: $438
- Transfer from Montevideo to Punta del Este: $328
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $85
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $84
- Private Transfer from Montevideo City to Montevideo Cruise Port: $79
- Carrasco Airport MVD to Montevideo - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Cruise Port to Montevideo city: $79
- Carrasco Airport(MVD) to Montevideo - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Transfer from the Hotel in Montevideo to Montevideo airport: $60
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Cruise Port to Montevideo city: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Also for Cordoba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cordoba Airport Private Transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Montevideo 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 dayMontevideo $22Cordoba $8.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Show + Dinner - El Milongon (No Transport): $95
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $98
- Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $19Cordoba $21
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $60
- Punta del Este, City Tour from Montevideo: $140
- Afternoon Tea Experience at Sofitel Montevideo Carrasco & Spa: $29
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Best Montevideo Experience for Cruisersâ Small Shared Group : $65
- Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.: $205
- Best Private Tour of Montevideo for cruise-ship passengers: $450
- Best private tour of Montevideo designed for cruise passengers: $200
- City Tour of Montevideo: $40
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Colonia & Montevideo from Buenos Aires - Private 2 Day Tour: $1,560
- Complete Tour of Uruguay: $1,444
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: $70
- Córdoba: Villa Carlos Paz Tour: $70
- Cordoba City Tour: $60
- Cordoba City Tour with Optional Jesuitic Square: $78
- Cordoba Cumbrecita Tour with Spanish Speaking Guide: $100
- Cumbrecita Tour: $100
- Experience the high mountain of Cordoba in our refuge: $300
- Exploring Villa Carlos Paz: Guided Sightseeing Tour: $70
- Full Day Jesuit Legacy Tour from Cordoba: $110
- Full Day Tour to Punilla Valley from Cordoba: $106
- La Cumbrecita & Villa General Belgrano - Full day tour: $135
- La Cumbrecita and Villa General Belgrano Full Day Tour: $106
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Cordoba $8.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $116
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Private Wine Tours by Wine Explorers Uruguay: $205
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $215
- Wine Tasting Tour for Cruise Passengers: $450
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
- Wine Tour to Colonia Caroya, Cordoba - Half Day: $117
- Wine Tour Privado a Colonia Caroya, Córdoba - Argentina: $175
- Wine Tour Privado a Calamuchita, Córdoba - Argentina: $175
- Wine & Horses, Wine Tour en Córdoba -Argentina: $250
- Full-Day Private Colonia Caroya Wine Tour from Córdoba: $268
When comparing the travel costs between Montevideo 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 South America, 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 Montevideo Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Montevideo. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo 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 Montevideo or Cordoba?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Montevideo or Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Montevideo is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Montevideo in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during summer. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Cordoba. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryMontevideo 24°C (75°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Montevideo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In April, Montevideo is generally around the same temperature as Cordoba. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 17°C (63°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Montevideo often gets less sunshine than Cordoba. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually gets more rain in April than Cordoba. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Cordoba.
Montevideo is much colder than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 11°C (52°F) in July, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Montevideo usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Cordoba. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyMontevideo 11°C (52°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Cordoba.
In the spring, Montevideo is cooler than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Montevideo in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the spring, Montevideo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Montevideo usually gets more rain in October than Cordoba. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Montevideo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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