Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Salzburg?
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 Salzburg or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salzburg 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: Salzburg or Cordoba?
Salzburg
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
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 Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, 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 daySalzburg €185Cordoba €58
The average daily cost (per person) in Salzburg is €185, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is €58. 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 Salzburg and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalzburg €91Cordoba €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalzburg €182Cordoba €92
Compare Hotels in Salzburg and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Salzburg 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: Salzburg Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salzburg €19Cordoba €2.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salzburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:
- Hallstatt daytrip: Transfer to Hallstatt + Salzburg and back: $523
- Salzburg daytrip: Private transfer to Salzburg and back: $405
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Vienna: Door-to-door, English-speaking driver: $295
- Saalbach-Hinterglemm to Innsbruck Airport(INN)-Departure Transfer: $292
- From Salzburg to Munich Airport- Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $277
- Private Transfer Salzburg → Munich, Hotel-to-Hotel, English-speaking driver: $277
- Private Transfer from Salzburg to Munich With 2h of Sightseeing: $277
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Zell am See ski area: $264
- Private transfer from Salzburg to Passau with Local English Speaking Driver: $256
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Munich: $245
- Private Salzburg transfer : $239
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Salzburg, English Speaking Driver: $202
Is it cheaper to fly into Salzburg or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Salzburg 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 daySalzburg €71Cordoba €6.26
Typical Food Prices in Salzburg
Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:
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Lunch Salad€9.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.
- Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $69
- Salzburg Christmas Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Lesson: $69
- Apple Strudel & Prezel Cooking Class incl. Dinner & Music: $94
- Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart and Advent/Christmas Concert with Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $101
- Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $129
- Sound of Music Tour with Edelweiss Cooking Class in Salzburg: $149
- Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $153
- Private Knödel (Austrian Dumplings) Cooking Class with a Chef: $178
- Private Artisanal Charcuterie "Marende" Cooking Class with a Chef: $274
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salzburg €30Cordoba €16
Tours and Activities in Salzburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Salzburg are as follows:
- 2-Hour Private Salzburg City Highlights Tour: $298
- A day in the life of Salzburg - Private tour with a local: $252
- A taste of An audio tour through the birthplace of Mozart: $12
- Amphibious Splash Tour on the water & on the land in Salzburg: $52
- Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg with River Cruise: $80
- Best of Salzburg 1-Hour Private Sightseeing Tour: $179
- Charming Sankt Gilgen Family Discovery Walking Tour: $178
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- DomQuartier Salzburg Residence and Cathedral Private Tour: $249
- Eagle's Nest & WWII Bunkers & Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg: $297
- Eagle's Nest Hiking Tour: $238
- Eagle’s Nest E-Bike Tour in a Small Group: $226
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalzburg €26Cordoba €6.58
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:
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Beer€3.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salzburg:
- Salzburg Brewery Tour: $60
- Cheers to Beer &Wine Tasting with local Food Pairing: $95
- Private Austrian Wine Tasting with a Pro-Sommelière: $204
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salzburg and Cordoba, we can see that Salzburg is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salzburg 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 Salzburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salzburg 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 Salzburg Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salzburg or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Salzburg. When comparing the sizes of Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Salzburg or Cordoba in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Salzburg as well as Cordoba. The summer months attract visitors to Salzburg because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Salzburg is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Salzburg in July average around 20°C (68°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 Salzburg this time of the year. In the summer, Salzburg often gets less sunshine than Cordobain January. Salzburg gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.
Salzburg usually gets more rain in July than Cordobain January. Salzburg gets 91 mm (3.6 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 JanuarySalzburg 20°C (68°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Cordoba in the Autumn?
Both Cordoba and Salzburg are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Salzburg this time of year.
In October, Salzburg is generally cooler than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Salzburg average around 11°C (52°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Salzburg usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Salzburg gets 108 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Salzburg usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cordobain April. Salzburg gets 51 mm (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 October and AprilSalzburg 11°C (52°F)Cordoba 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Cordoba in the Winter?
Both Cordoba and Salzburg during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Salzburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Salzburg. Salzburg is much colder than Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Salzburg averages around -0°C (31°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.
In the winter, Salzburg often gets less sunshine than Cordobain July. Salzburg gets 44 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.
Salzburg usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Salzburg gets 56 mm (2.2 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 JulySalzburg -0°C (31°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Cordoba in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Salzburg and Cordoba. Many visitors come to Salzburg in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Salzburg is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Salzburg in April average around 11°C (51°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. Salzburg usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Salzburg gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Salzburg usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Salzburg gets 55 mm (2.2 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 OctoberSalzburg 11°C (51°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Salzburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
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