Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Negril?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Negril 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 Negril 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: Negril or Cordoba?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $139Cordoba $8.40
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $139, 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 Negril and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $106Cordoba $3.05
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $212Cordoba $6.10
Compare Hotels in Negril and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Negril 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: Negril Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.71Cordoba $2.08
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Royalton Negril Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $280
- Montego Bay: Private Transfer from Airport to Negril: $250
- Fun Holiday Beach Resort Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $205
- Private Airport transfer to/from all hotels in Negril round trip: $170
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers to Negril Hotels: $134
- Club Kingston VIP Lounge & Fast Track with Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $112
- Transfers between Montego Bay Airport and Negril Hotels: $107
- Private Airport Transfer To Negril Hotels : $107
- From Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): Private Transfer to Negril: $105
- Airport Round Trip Transfer from Montego Bay to Grand Palladium: $105
- Airport Round-Trip Transfers To Negril From Sangster’s International Airport : $90
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Resort in Jamaica: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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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 Negril or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Negril 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 dayNegril $23Cordoba $3.83
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience with Optional Dinner in Montego Bay: $60
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $85
- Zimbali Mountain Cooking Studio: $105
- Local food tour and local fields : $164
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:
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Empanadas$0.01
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Sandwich$0.00
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Ice Cream$0.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $27Cordoba $1.88
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$44
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- YS Falls and Sightseeing Tour Day Adventure: $138
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour: $275
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour [Transportation services]: $125
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Appleton Estate Rum and Black River Safari Private Tour : $185
- Appleton Rum Factory and Black River Safari Tour: $279
- Appleton Rum Factory, YS Falls, and Reggae Horseback Ride & Swim Combo Tour: $195
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Atv Adventure and Ricks Cafe with Private Transportation: $367
- Atv Adventure and Ziplines with Private Transportation: $413
- Atv, Seven Mile Beach and Rick’s Cafe Tour & Transportation: $333
- Atv, Seven Mile Beach and Ricks Cafe Private Tour: $293
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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $10Cordoba $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 Negril and Cordoba, we can see that Negril is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril 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 Negril would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Negril 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 Negril Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 480 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril 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 Negril or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year.
In July, Negril is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Negril. In July, Negril usually receives more rain than Cordobain January. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 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 July and JanuaryNegril 27°C (81°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Negril or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Negril during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Negril is much warmer than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Negril. In the autumn, Negril often gets more sunshine than Cordobain April. Negril gets 233 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 Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilNegril 27°C (81°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Negril or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round.
In the winter, Negril is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Negril in January average around 25°C (77°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.
In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 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 January and JulyNegril 25°C (77°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Negril or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Negril as well as Cordoba. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Negril is generally a little warmer than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 26°C (79°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 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 Negril this time of the year. In the spring, Negril often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the spring. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Cordobain October. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 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 April and OctoberNegril 26°C (79°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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