Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Asuncion?
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 Asuncion or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or Bogota, 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: Asuncion or Bogota?
Asuncion
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAsuncion $74Bogota $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Asuncion is $74, 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 Asuncion and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAsuncion $20Bogota $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAsuncion $40Bogota $48
Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Asuncion 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: Asuncion Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Asuncion $8.04Bogota $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion
Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Silvio Pettirossi Airport to Asuncion Transfers : $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.90
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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:
- Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer Bogotá (BOG) to City: $20
- Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $35
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Hotel to Airport Transfer service in Bogota: $17
- Private Bogota Airport transfer to your Hotel: $60
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport: $12
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $26
- Minivan Departure Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG: $125
- Minivan Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City: $125
- Bogota Private Vehicle to/from Transfer Airport El Dorado: $13
- Bogota Private Airport Transfer: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Asuncion 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 dayAsuncion $27Bogota $21
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.43
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Hot Dog$0.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- Bogota Private Food Tour: Fruits, Arepas, Cacao, Lunch, Beer, 8hr: $54
- Carimañola Cooking Class in Bogota: $60
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Asuncion $15Bogota $12
Tours and Activities in Asuncion
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $38
- Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $36
- Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
- Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
- Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $175
- Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $115
- Day Tour “Cerrito”: $231
- Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
- Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
- Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
- Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $230
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$1.20
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bogotá Architecture Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $149
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
- Express Salt Cathedral Tour• Guided Tour & Tickets • 5h: $219
- La Candelaria and Monserrate Walking Half Day Tour: $222
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $79
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $163
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $206
- Adventure in the Andes mountains: $105
- Alternative tour of Bogotá: gastronomic and cultural: $20
- Andres Carne de Res - Private Tour 4 to 8 Tourists: $279
- Armed Conflict and Violence Tour in Bogotá, Colombia: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAsuncion $9.43Bogota $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
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Beer$1.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Dave’s Bogota Pub Crawl: $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asuncion and Bogota, we can see that Asuncion is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Asuncion would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asuncion 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 Asuncion Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Asuncion. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion 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.
When is the best time to visit Asuncion or Bogota?
Asuncion has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Asuncion or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Asuncion are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Asuncion is much warmer than Bogota in the summer. The daily temperature in Asuncion averages around 29°C (84°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in July.
It's quite rainy in Asuncion. In January, Asuncion usually receives more rain than Bogotain July. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyAsuncion 29°C (84°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Asuncion during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the autumn, Asuncion is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Asuncion in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in October.
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Asuncion. Asuncion usually gets more rain in April than Bogotain October. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberAsuncion 24°C (75°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Asuncion and Bogota. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Asuncion is generally a little warmer than Bogotain January. Daily temperatures in Asuncion average around 19°C (66°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In July, Asuncion usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bogotain January. Asuncion gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAsuncion 19°C (66°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Asuncion or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Asuncion as well as Bogota. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Asuncion is much warmer than Bogota in the spring. The daily temperature in Asuncion averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
Asuncion receives a lot of rain in the spring. Asuncion usually gets more rain in October than Bogotain April. Asuncion gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilAsuncion 25°C (77°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Asuncion
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 29°C (84°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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