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

Should you visit Vilnius or Cordoba?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Cordoba. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Vilnius or Cordoba?

Vilnius

Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.


Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Vilnius?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €121, 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 Vilnius and Cordoba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vilnius 42
    Cordoba 46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vilnius 84
    Cordoba 92
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Cordoba

Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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.

Hotels in Vilnius


Hotels in Cordoba


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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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vilnius 8.05
    Cordoba 2.71

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:

  • Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
  • Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
  • Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
  • Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
  • From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
  • Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
  • Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
  • Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
  • Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Cordoba?

Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Vilnius 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Vilnius 67
    Cordoba 6.26
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius

Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:


  • Dinner for Two
    13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.

  • Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
  • Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vilnius 9.72
    Cordoba 16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:


  • Walking Tour
    5.79

Tours and Activities in Vilnius

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:

  • (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $141
  • 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $516
  • Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius: $24
  • Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
  • Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
  • Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
  • Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
  • Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $35
  • Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour: $33
  • Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $250
  • Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
  • Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $235

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vilnius 6.23
    Cordoba 6.58
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:


  • Beer
    4.34

Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius

Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
  • Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77


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


Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Vilnius or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Cordoba. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Vilnius is generally much warmer than Cordobain January. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Cordobain January. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun.

Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Cordobain January. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Vilnius 18°C (65°F) 
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Cordoba in the Autumn?

Both Cordoba and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Vilnius is much colder than Cordoba in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in April.

Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cordobain April. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Vilnius 8°C (46°F) 
    Cordoba 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F)in July.

In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Cordobain July. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun.

Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Cordobain July. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Vilnius -5°C (23°F) 
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Cordoba in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Cordoba. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.

In April, Vilnius is generally much colder than Cordobain October. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Cordobain October. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Vilnius 7°C (45°F) 
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Vilnius

Vilnius Cordoba
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (23°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Feb -4°C (26°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mar 1°C (33°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 7°C (45°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in) 24°C (75°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 18°C (65°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 13°C (56°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dec -2°C (29°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)