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

Should you visit Reykjavik or Cordoba?

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

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

Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the capital and largest city in the country of Iceland. The city is where the vast majority of the country's population resides and the urban area has about 200,000 residents. The city is sprawling, with a large area covered in suburbs. The the city center is quite compact, with many interesting and colorful houses. There are a lot of things that attract tourists to this city, including an interesting culture and history as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities.

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


Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Reykjavik?

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 Reykjavik is $307, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $61. 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 Reykjavik and Cordoba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Reykjavik $160
    Cordoba $49
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Reykjavik $320
    Cordoba $98
Compare Hotels in Reykjavik and Cordoba

Looking for a hotel in Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik


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: Reykjavik Hotel Prices and Cordoba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Reykjavik $52
    Cordoba $2.86

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reykjavik

Also for Reykjavik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Airport Transfer between KEF Airport & Reykjavik: $279
  • Private Transfer from Cruise Ship Port to Keflavik Int. Airport : $270
  • Private Keflavik Airport Transfer (One Way): $270
  • Private Roundtrip Transfer between Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik: $267
  • Private Blue Lagoon Transfer in Iceland: $265
  • Keflavik Airport Premium Transfer to/from Reykjavik: $260
  • Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Skarfabakki Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $242
  • Private Transfer from Reykjavik Hotels to Keflavik Airport: $240
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Blue Lagoon to Reykjavik: $228
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Reykjavik to Blue Lagoon: $228
  • Private Airport Transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik Int. Airport: $225
  • Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Reykjavik hotel /address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $223

Is it cheaper to fly into Reykjavik or Cordoba?

Prices for flights to both Cordoba and Reykjavik 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
    Reykjavik $60
    Cordoba $6.62
Typical Food Prices in Reykjavik

For Reykjavik, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Dinner (Fish Market)
    $204

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Reykjavik

For Reykjavik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Weekend Reykjavik Food Tour with a stop at the Reykjavik Flea Market: $143
  • The Reykjavik Harbor Food Tour: $145
  • 3 Hour Shared Christmas Food Tour with Guide in Reykjavik: $149
  • Private Vegetarian Reykjavik Food Tour: $195
  • Private Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $215

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Reykjavik $83
    Cordoba $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Reykjavik

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Reykjavik's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Art Museum
    $12
  • Wine and Spa
    $34

Tours and Activities in Reykjavik

For Reykjavik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour: $89
  • Small-Group Tour: Northern Lights with Photos & Hot Chocolate: $138
  • Winter South Coast Day Tour by Minibus from Reykjavik: $180
  • 1 Hour ATV Quad Tour : Pick up from Reykjavik (2 persons per ATV): $131
  • 1 hour Buggy adventure - From Reykjavik: $219
  • 1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar: $151
  • 9pm Whale Watching Cruise in the Arctic Sun: $99
  • ATV - QUAD Adventure: $191
  • ATV Reykjavik Adventure: $165
  • Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík & Hella: $215
  • Aurora by Boat Reykjavik Adventure: $93
  • Black Beach ATV - QUAD Tour: $132

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Reykjavik $32
    Cordoba $6.96
Typical Alcohol Prices in Reykjavik

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Reykjavik are as follows:


  • Beer
    $10

Sample the Local Flavors in Reykjavik

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Reykjavik:

  • Gin Distillery tour and tasting with Master Distiller: $35
  • Flóki Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting in Reykjavík: $49


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


Which is Bigger, Reykjavik or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Reykjavik. When comparing the sizes of Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Reykjavik or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Reykjavik and Cordoba. The summer months attract visitors to Reykjavik because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

Reykjavik is a little warmer than Cordoba in the summer. The daily temperature in Reykjavik averages around 11°C (52°F) in July, and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F)in January.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. Reykjavik usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during summer. Reykjavik gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Reykjavik usually receives less rain than Cordobain January. Reykjavik gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Reykjavik 11°C (52°F) 
    Cordoba 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Reykjavik or Cordoba in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Reykjavik as well as Cordoba. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Reykjavik this time of year.

It's quite cold in Reykjavik in the autumn. In the autumn, Reykjavik is much colder than Cordoba. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Reykjavik in October average around 5°C (41°F), and Cordoba averages at about 16°C (61°F)in April.

In the autumn, Reykjavik often gets less sunshine than Cordobain April. Reykjavik gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Reykjavik usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Reykjavik gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Reykjavik 5°C (41°F) 
    Cordoba 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Reykjavik or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Reykjavik are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Reykjavik for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Reykjavik. In January, Reykjavik is generally much colder than Cordobain July. Daily temperatures in Reykjavik average around -0°C (32°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

Reykjavik usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Reykjavik gets 27 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Reykjavik usually receives more rain than Cordobain July. Reykjavik gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Reykjavik -0°C (32°F) 
    Cordoba 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Reykjavik or Cordoba in the Spring?

Both Cordoba and Reykjavik during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Reykjavik in the spring for the natural beauty.

Reykjavik can get quite cold in the spring. Reykjavik is much colder than Cordoba in the spring. The daily temperature in Reykjavik averages around 3°C (38°F) in April, and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in October.

In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Reykjavik often gets less sunshine than Cordobain October. Reykjavik gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

Reykjavik usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Cordobain October. Reykjavik gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Reykjavik 3°C (38°F) 
    Cordoba 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Reykjavik

Reykjavik Cordoba
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -0°C (32°F) 76 mm (3 in) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 1°C (33°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mar 1°C (34°F) 82 mm (3.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 7°C (44°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 10°C (49°F) 50 mm (2 in) 24°C (75°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 11°C (52°F) 52 mm (2 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 11°C (52°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 1°C (35°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 0°C (32°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)