Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Petra?
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 Petra or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Petra and Cordoba can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Cordoba?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
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 Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, 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 dayPetra $153Cordoba $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, 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 Petra and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Cordoba $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Cordoba $98
Compare Hotels in Petra and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Cordoba $2.86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $140
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Cordoba $6.62
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains. : $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Cordoba $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 2-Day Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Adventure Tour: $220
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 3-Hour Private Petra Tour: Exclusive Classical Guided Experience: $55
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- From Petra Wadi Rum Private 8 hours roundtrip tour : $140
- Hike Tour of Petra: $10
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour | Guide Sami Nawafleh: $225
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Secret Backdoor Tour: Hidden Gems & Exclusive Experience: $240
- Private Full Day Tour to Aqaba Red Sea from Petra Hotels: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Cordoba $6.96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Cordoba, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra 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 Petra Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra 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 Petra or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Petra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Petra or Cordoba in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as Cordoba. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The heat can be very extreme in Petra. In the summer, Petra is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Petra in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F)in January.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Cordobain January. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Cordobain January. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryPetra 33°C (91°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Petra or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year.
In October, Petra is generally much warmer than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 27°C (80°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Cordobain April. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilPetra 27°C (80°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Petra or Cordoba in the Winter?
Both Cordoba and Petra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Petra is much colder than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Cordobain July. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyPetra 15°C (59°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round.
In the spring, Petra is a little warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Petra in April average around 25°C (76°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberPetra 25°C (76°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.