Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Osaka?
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 Osaka or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Cordoba, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Osaka or Cordoba?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
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 Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $110Cordoba $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $110, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $61. 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 Osaka and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $48Cordoba $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $96Cordoba $98
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Osaka 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $14Cordoba $2.86
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX)to Arima-Onsen Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $300
- Osaka Airport (ITM) to Osaka city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $260
- Osaka Airport Transfers : Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $259
- Private Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Maizuru Cruise Port: $244
- Private Transfer Between Kyoto and Kansai Airport KIX: $236
- Roundtrip Transfer from Osaka Airport ITM to Arima-Onsen Resorts: $222
- Airport Transfer!Hotel in center of Osaka to Kansai Airport (KIX): $192
- Private Transfer from Osaka hotels to Osaka Cruise Port: $184
- Private Transfer from Osaka Cruise Port to Osaka hotels: $184
- Private transfer from Kansai Airport to any location in Izumisano: $179
- Universal Studios Pass & Private Transfer: $161
- Private Transfer from Osaka Airport (ITM) to Maizuru Cruise Port: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $45Cordoba $6.62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $42
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Kuromon, Sennichimae & Dotonbori Food Tour with Wagyu: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $52
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $56
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $56
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $56
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $63
- 3 Hours Washoku Cooking Class: $69
- Enjoy artistic TEMPURA Cooking Class: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $21Cordoba $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- Arashiyama Kinkakuji Temple Nara Park Tour from Osaka and Kyoto: $100
- Explore Osaka with Wine Class and Tasting Experience: $110
- Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 1 Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto: $243
- 1 Day Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites Bus Tour: $75
- 1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour: $146
- 150min Full Body and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing Experience: $165
- 3 Hours Historical Tour of Princess Saio on an Electric Cart: $34
- 3-Hour Osaka Bike Tour/Customizable : $167
- 3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide: $125
- 4-hour Private Walking Tour to Historical Town of Saiku: $75
- A Tour to Explore the Symbol of Osaka Castle: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $12Cordoba $6.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $38
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl: $56
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Cordoba, we can see that Osaka is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Osaka is in Asia 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 Osaka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Osaka 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 Osaka Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Cordoba?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 82% larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Osaka 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 Osaka or Cordoba?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Cordoba is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Osaka has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Osaka or Cordoba in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Cordoba. The summer months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Osaka is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Osaka in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during summer. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Osaka usually receives more rain than Cordobain January. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 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 JanuaryOsaka 28°C (82°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Cordoba in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Cordoba. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
In October, Osaka is generally a little warmer than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 19°C (66°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Cordobain April. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Osaka usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 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 AprilOsaka 19°C (66°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Cordoba in the Winter?
Both Cordoba and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Osaka is much colder than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.
Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Osaka usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 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 January and JulyOsaka 6°C (42°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Cordoba in the Spring?
Both Cordoba and Osaka during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Osaka in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Osaka is cooler than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Osaka in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Osaka gets 176 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 Osaka. Osaka usually gets more rain in April than Cordobain October. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 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 OctoberOsaka 15°C (59°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.