Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Bogota?
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 Ankara and Bogota. 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: Ankara or Bogota?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Bogota
Sprawling across a high altitude in the Columbian Andes region, Bogota is the capital city of Columbia. It is a mix of the old and new with century-old plazas and churches shadowed by towering skyscrapers, museums representing the history, art, and culture of the region, as well as a mix of distinct neighborhoods from quaint and historic to trendy and contemporary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $117Bogota $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $117, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $57. 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 Ankara and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $48Bogota $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $96Bogota $48
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Bogota? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $31Bogota $7.94
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $51
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $51
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $51
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $108
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $108
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.84
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Taxi Ride$0.36
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2 Bus Passes$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Andres Carne de Res Chia: Premium Private Transfer Service: $19
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by Sedan: $110
- Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by Car: $86
- Bogotá Private Airport Transfer (BOG) to City: $11
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $94
- Bogota Airport (BOG) to Bogota - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $34
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Bogota Premium private transfer: $10
- Bogota to Bogota Airport (BOG) - Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Bogota to or from Villavicencio Private Transfer: $94
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $179
- Minivan Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $47Bogota $21
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.42
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Hot Dog$0.83
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- Bogota Private Food Tour: Fruits, Arepas, Cacao, Lunch, Beer, 8hr: $54
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $60
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
- Food Tour in Historic Downtown with a Food Scholar and Tastings: $75
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Bogotá Food Tour. Exotic Fruits and local Cuisine.: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $29Bogota $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.21
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $34
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $228
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Beer$1.18
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Theatron Party-Tour, 20 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $5.00
- Learn About Emeralds in a Virtual Experience: $5.00
- Survival Spanish Class with Walking Tour of Old Town Bogotá: $5.25
- Bogotá: La Macarena to Parque Nacional Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Traditional Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Tour de fantasmas /GhosTour LaCandelaria Bogotá : $8.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Paranormal Candelaria: $10
- Shared Walking Tour in Bogotá, Historic Center and Graffiti Tour: $11
- Tour stories Candelarias, voice to voice heritage: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $13Bogota $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Bogota, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Bogota 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 Bogota would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bogota 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Bogota.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ankara. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Bogota, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.