Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salvador or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador 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: Salvador or Cordoba?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
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 Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best Adventure Tours to Argentina, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $44Cordoba $8.40
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $44, 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 Salvador and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Cordoba $3.05
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Cordoba $6.10
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Salvador 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $6.02Cordoba $2.08
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Transfers between Salvador and Barra Grande Maraú: $280
- Costa de Sauipe Transfer - Private Executive Van: $160
- Transfer Grand Palladium - Private Executive Van: $150
- Transfer in Salvador: $140
- Private Transfer from Salvador Airport: $136
- Shared Transfer Salvador / Morro de São Paulo / Salvador: $130
- Private Transfer to/from Sauipe Resort By Minivan one way: $130
- Transfer: Salvador to/from Boipeba Island: $126
- Private Transfer from/to Salvador Airport From/to Grand Palladium Imbassai: $115
- Private Transfer from Salvador International Airport to Salvador: $110
- Transfer Morro de Sao Paulo round trip: $110
- Transfer from Salvador Airport to North Coast of Bahia: $100
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 Salvador or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Salvador 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 daySalvador $13Cordoba $3.83
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $130
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $140
- Baiana Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $150
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.Salvador $5.67Cordoba $1.88
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian: $60
- Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador": $100
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Cachoeira Countryside Flavor Private Tour from Salvador: $160
- Candomblé Cerimony Tour: $60
- Candomble Religion Mysteries Private Tour in Salvador: $80
- City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil - En: $140
- Cruise Ship Special Private Tour Salvador da Bahia Historic Old Town Bonfim and Barra: $152
- Culinary Traditions Tour: $180
- Easy Diving - Lord Beach Snorkeling - Leaving Forte Beach by Emytour: $33
- Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours: $39
- Full City Tour Historic and Panoramic: $140
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
- Traditional Córdoba CityTour x 2 Pax: $45
- Exploring Villa Carlos Paz: Guided Sightseeing Tour: $50
- Alta Gracia: Unveiling Cordoba's Cultural Heritage Tour: $50
- Cordoba City Tour: $50
- Private Cordoba City Tour: $53
- Córdoba: Villa Carlos Paz Tour: $59
- Córdoba CityTour FULLDAY x 2 pax: $60
- Caroya WineTour x 2 Pax: $60
- Cordoba City Tour with Optional Jesuitic Square: $62
- Full Day Tour to Punilla Valley from Cordoba: $75
- La Cumbrecita and Villa General Belgrano Full Day Tour: $75
- Full Day Jesuit Legacy Tour from Cordoba: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.38Cordoba $1.48
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.37
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Drinks$2.74
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
- Full-Day Private Colonia Caroya Wine Tour from Córdoba: $119
- Wine Tour Privado - Colonia Caroya: $130
- Wine Tour Privado - Calamuchita: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Cordoba, we can see that Salvador is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Salvador would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salvador 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 Salvador Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Cordoba?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 90% larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Salvador 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 Salvador or Cordoba?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Salvador or Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Salvador during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Salvador is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Salvador in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Salvador. In the summer, Salvador often gets less sunshine than Cordoba. Salvador gets 246 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 Salvador. Salvador usually gets more rain in January than Cordoba. Salvador gets 138 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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Summer Average Temperatures JanuarySalvador 27°C (81°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Cordoba in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Cordoba.
In April, Salvador is generally much warmer than Cordoba. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 26°C (80°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Salvador usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during autumn. Salvador gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Salvador usually receives more rain than Cordoba. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilSalvador 26°C (80°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Cordoba.
Salvador is cooler than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the winter, Salvador often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Salvador gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Salvador receives a lot of rain in the winter. Salvador usually gets more rain in July than Cordoba. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 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 JulySalvador 24°C (75°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Cordoba in the Spring?
Both Cordoba and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Salvador is a little warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Salvador in October average around 26°C (78°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during spring. Salvador gets 228 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Salvador. In October, Salvador usually receives more rain than Cordoba. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 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 OctoberSalvador 26°C (78°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Salvador
| Salvador | Cordoba | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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