Which place is cheaper, Austin or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Austin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Austin, 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: Bogota or Austin?
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.
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Walking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $52Austin $142
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $52, while the average daily cost in Austin is $142. 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 Bogota and Austin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Austin $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Austin $112
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Austin
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Austin? 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: Bogota Hotel Prices and Austin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.61Austin $47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.42
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Taxi Ride$0.39
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2 Bus Passes$0.87
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: $39
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City in a Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minibus: $124
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- Bogotá Private Luxury Transfer - Airport Pick Up or Drop Off - SUV Mercedes Benz: $97
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels: $80
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Austin City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $96
- Austin Airport Group Pickup / Transfer up to 1 hour away.: $150
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Austin?
Prices for flights to both Austin and Bogota 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 dayBogota $13Austin $35
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.54
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Hot Dog$0.90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bogota Local Food Tour in the City Center: $13
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $131
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin: $89
- Austin South Congress Walking Food Tour for Small Groups: $95
- Secret Food Tour: $98
- Austin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Secret Food Tour of South Congress: $108
- The Brunch Bus: Food Tour with a Live Band on Board the Bus!: $125
- Private Guided Food Tour of Austin Neighborhoods: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Austin $28
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$1.29
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Party Tour: 6 nightclubs, Disco-Truck, After Party, 2 openbars: $2.95
- 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
- Monserrate Regular Tickets: $11
- Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
- Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Alternative tour of Bogotá: gastronomic and cultural: $19
- Bike Tour through Bogotá: $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian: $50
- Afternoon in Austin Segway Tour: $99
- Austin Art & Architecture Bicycle Tour: $56
- Austin Biker Gang E-Bike Tour: $90
- Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available: $84
- Austin Breakfast Taco Tour: $85
- Austin E-Bike Brunch Tour : $118
- Austin E-Bike Foodie Tour : $128
- Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride: $70
- Austin Family Explorer Private Magical Urban Adventure Tour: $232
- Austin Family Explorer: A Magical Urban Adventure: $455
- Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours with Rooster: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Austin $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá: $25
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá : $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Austin Bar Hunt: Sixth Street Spree: Austin Bar Crawl: $12
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Downtown Austin Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl: $35
- Austin Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $44
- From Texas Hill Country Brewery & Distillery Shuttle: $65
- Private Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab with All-Inclusive Beer Flight Option: $70
- 4-Hour Austin Signature Brewery Tour: $100
- The Brew Bus: Austin Brewery Tour with Live Band: $125
- Half-Day Private Texas Hill Country Wine Tour from Austin: $143
- Brewery 5K Fun Run, BBQ, and Texas History Museum in Austin : $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Austin, we can see that Austin is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bogota is in South America and Austin is in North 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 Austin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Austin 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 Bogota Expensive? and Is Austin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Austin?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Austin. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Austin, 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 Bogota or Austin?
Austin 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 Bogota or Austin in the Summer?
Both Austin and Bogota during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Austin this time of year.
Bogota is much colder than Austin in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Austin fluctuates around 87°F (30°C).
Bogota usually gets less rain in July than Austin. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Austin receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Austin 87°F (30°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Austin in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Austin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Austin for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Bogota is much colder than Austin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Austin averages at about 73°F (23°C).
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bogota usually receives more rain than Austin. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Austin receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Austin 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Austin in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Austin. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Austin in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Bogota is generally a little warmer than Austin. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Austin fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).
Bogota usually gets less rain in January than Austin. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Austin receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Austin 51°F (11°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Austin in the Spring?
Both Austin and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Austin for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Bogota is cooler than Austin in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Austin fluctuates around 71°F (22°C).
In April, Bogota usually receives around the same amount of rain as Austin. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Austin receives 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBogota 15°C (59°F)Austin 71°F (22°C)
Typical Weather for Austin and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 83°F (29°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 87°F (30°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 87°F (31°C) | 2.2 inches (56 mm) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 inches (56 mm) |
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