A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Port-of-Spain vs. Cordoba for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Port-of-Spain 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 Port-of-Spain 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: Port-of-Spain or Cordoba?

Port-of-Spain

Located on the northwest coast of Trinidad island, Port of Spain is the capital of the Caribbean island nation Trinidad & Tobago. It is a hub of activity, especially during the celebration of Carnival for which the island nation is famous.

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.

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

Which is Bigger, Port-of-Spain or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Port-of-Spain. When comparing the sizes of Port-of-Spain 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 Port-of-Spain or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Port-of-Spain experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Port-of-Spain or Cordoba in the Summer?

Both Cordoba and Port-of-Spain during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Port-of-Spain because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Port-of-Spain is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Port-of-Spain in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F)in January.

In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Port-of-Spain. In the summer, Port-of-Spain often gets less sunshine than Cordobain January. Port-of-Spain gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Port-of-Spain. Port-of-Spain usually gets more rain in July than Cordobain January. Port-of-Spain gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Port-of-Spain or Cordoba in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Port-of-Spain and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Port-of-Spain year-round.

In October, Port-of-Spain is generally much warmer than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Port-of-Spain average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In Port-of-Spain, it's very sunny this time of the year. Port-of-Spain usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during autumn. Port-of-Spain gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Port-of-Spain gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Port-of-Spain usually receives more rain than Cordobain April. Port-of-Spain gets 199 mm (7.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Port-of-Spain or Cordoba in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Port-of-Spain as well as Cordoba. Port-of-Spain attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Port-of-Spain is around the same temperature as Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Port-of-Spain averages around 26°C (78°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Port-of-Spain this time of the year. In the winter, Port-of-Spain often gets more sunshine than Cordobain July. Port-of-Spain gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.

Port-of-Spain usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Port-of-Spain gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Port-of-Spain or Cordoba in the Spring?

Both Cordoba and Port-of-Spain are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Port-of-Spain throughout the year.

In the spring, Port-of-Spain is a little warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Port-of-Spain in April average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.

It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Port-of-Spain. Port-of-Spain usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during spring. Port-of-Spain gets 238 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Port-of-Spain usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Port-of-Spain gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Port-of-Spain