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

Should you visit Turku or Cordoba?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku 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: Turku or Cordoba?

Turku

Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.

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 Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.

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

Which is Bigger, Turku or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Turku. When comparing the sizes of Turku 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 Turku 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 Turku has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Turku or Cordoba in the Summer?

Both Cordoba and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In July, Turku is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 16°C (61°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Turku. Turku usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba during summer. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Turku usually receives more rain than Cordobain January. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Turku or Cordoba in the Autumn?

Both Cordoba and Turku during the autumn are popular places to visit.

Turku is much colder than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.

In the autumn, Turku often gets less sunshine than Cordobain April. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Turku usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Turku or Cordoba in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Cordoba.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. In the winter, Turku is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Turku in January average around -6°C (20°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.

Turku usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Turku usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Turku or Cordoba in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Turku as well as Cordoba.

Turku can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Turku is generally much colder than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 3°C (37°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. In the spring, Turku often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

Turku usually gets less rain in April than Cordobain October. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Turku