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

Should you visit Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca 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: Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba?

Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.

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 2-Week Tours in Spain, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.


Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Palma de Mallorca?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €139, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €7.84. 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 Palma de Mallorca and Cordoba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Palma de Mallorca 69
    Cordoba 2.85
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Palma de Mallorca 138
    Cordoba 5.70
Compare Hotels in Palma de Mallorca and Cordoba

Looking for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca 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.

Hotels in Palma de Mallorca


Hotels in Cordoba


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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: Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Palma de Mallorca 25
    Cordoba 1.94
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    6.80
  • Bus Ride
    1.25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca

Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Majorca Airport (PMI) Departure Transfer (Cala Ratjada to PMI Airport): $214
  • Private Transfer from Cala Mesquida to Mallorca airport (PMI): $214
  • Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Cala Mesquida : $214
  • Palma de Mallorca Airport PMI Round-Trip Transfer in Private Car: $191
  • Private transfer from Alcúdia to Mallorca Airport: $176
  • Arrival Private Transfers : Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Luxury Car: $149
  • Departure Private Transfers : Palma to Mallorca Airport PMI in Luxury Car: $148
  • Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Can Picafort : $145
  • Private Transfer from Can Picafort to Mallorca airport (PMI): $145
  • Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Alcudia: $145
  • Private Transfer from Alcudia to Mallorca airport (PMI): $145
  • Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Pollensa: $145

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cordoba

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cordoba are as follows:


  • 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 Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba?

Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Palma de Mallorca 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Palma de Mallorca 45
    Cordoba 3.58
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Soda
    2.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Authentic Home Cooking Class featuring Local Flavors in Okinawa: $31
  • Mallorca sailing, snorkeling, as a Local with drinks and pizza: $104
  • Palma: sailing boat, small group, pizza, drinks.: $105
  • Mallorca Evening Tour: Horseback Riding, Dinner and Dance: $108
  • Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $110
  • Spanish Cooking Class in Palma de Mallorca: $110
  • The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $131
  • Mediterranean cooking experience in nature: $132
  • Mediterranean Dinner Experience with a Twist in Palma: $132
  • 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $149
  • Romantic SPA day with couples massage and romantic dinner at Eurotel Punta Rotja: $208

Typical Food Prices in Cordoba

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cordoba:


  • Empanadas
    0.01
  • Sandwich
    0.00
  • Ice Cream
    0.00

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Palma de Mallorca 34
    Cordoba 1.75

Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca

For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Hour Deluxe Segway Tour from Palma: $83
  • Champagne & Exlusive Majorcan Wines Experience: $119
  • (self guided) Electric Scooter tour in the countryside Mallorca!: $75
  • 1.5 H Electric Kick-Scooter Tour: $49
  • 1H Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour around Palma de Mallorca: $22
  • 2 Hours Segway Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $49
  • 2 Hours sightseeing E-Bike Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $44
  • 2 h. Boat tour from Cala Figuera to Caló del Moro and S´Almonia: $43
  • 2-Hour Exclusive Fat Tire E-Bike Tour in Palma : $69
  • 2-Hour Private Walking Tour Through Palma’s Jewish Quarter: $110
  • 3 Hour Slingshot Sunset Tour from Paguera: $130
  • 3 Hours Historical E-Bike Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $53

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: $50
  • 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: $62
  • 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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Palma de Mallorca 29
    Cordoba 1.38
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:


  • Coffee
    3.10

Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:

  • Guided tour of the Winery with wine tasting, Vineyard and much more!: $49
  • Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Palma de Mallorca : $53
  • Palma Distillery Tour with 3 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $54
  • Gastronomic Mallorquin Wine Tasting & local delicacies: $71
  • Mallorca Wine Tasting: $75
  • Palma Distillery Tour with 6 Spirits and Gourmet Tapas Tasting: $76
  • Historic Tapas and Wine Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $101
  • Sa Clasta Mallorca Wine Tours: $148
  • Sa Clasta Wine Tours, Mallorca: $148
  • Mallorca Bodega & Olive Tour with Wine Tasting (full day): $164

Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:

  • Wine Tour Privado - Colonia Caroya: $120
  • Full-Day Private Colonia Caroya Wine Tour from Córdoba: $121
  • Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita: $140


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


Which is Bigger, Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Palma de Mallorca and Cordoba. The summer months attract visitors to Palma de Mallorca because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Palma de Mallorca is much warmer than Cordoba in the summer. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 24°C (76°F) in July, and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F)in January.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Palma de Mallorca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Palma de Mallorca usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during summer. Palma de Mallorca gets 334 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than Cordobain January. Palma de Mallorca gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Palma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F) 
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Palma de Mallorca as well as Cordoba. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Palma de Mallorca this time of year.

In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca is a little warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Palma de Mallorca in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Cordoba averages at about 16°C (61°F)in April.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palma de Mallorca this time of the year. In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain April. Palma de Mallorca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Palma de Mallorca usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Palma de Mallorca gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Palma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F) 
    Cordoba 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Palma de Mallorca are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Palma de Mallorca for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

In January, Palma de Mallorca is generally much colder than Cordobain July. Daily temperatures in Palma de Mallorca average around 11°C (52°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

Palma de Mallorca usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Palma de Mallorca gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Palma de Mallorca usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Palma de Mallorca gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Palma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F) 
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Cordoba in the Spring?

Both Cordoba and Palma de Mallorca during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Palma de Mallorca in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

Palma de Mallorca is cooler than Cordoba in the spring. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in October.

In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Palma de Mallorca. In the spring, Palma de Mallorca often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Palma de Mallorca gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in April than Cordobain October. Palma de Mallorca gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Palma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F) 
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca Cordoba
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 12°C (53°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 14°C (57°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 22°C (71°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 24°C (75°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 24°C (76°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)