Which place is cheaper, Boston or Bogota?
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 Bogota or Boston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Boston, 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 Boston?
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.
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest and most historic cities in New England. It is also the capital of the state of Massachusetts and the largest city in the region. The city proper covers 48 square miles and has a population of more than 600,000. The Greater Boston area has 4.5 million people and is the tenth largest metropolitan area in the country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, and The Best Camping Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $57Boston $291
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $57, while the average daily cost in Boston is $291. 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 Boston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $24Boston $166
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $48Boston $332
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Boston
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Boston? 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 Boston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $7.94Boston $37
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:
- Bogota Premium private transfer: $10
- Bogota Private Airport Transfer (BOG) to City: $11
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport: $12
- Private Transfer Airport BOG to Bogota City one way: $13
- Private Hotel to Airport Transfer service in Bogota: $17
- Bogota to Bogota Airport (BOG) - Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Andres Carne de Res Chia: Premium Private Transfer Service: $19
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Premium Private Transfer from Bogota Hotels to El Dorado Airport: $22
- Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer Bogota (BOG) to City: $23
- Private Transfer from Aeropurto to Bogota Hotels: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Boston are as follows:
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Taxi$35
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Subway Daily Pass$9.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boston:
- Round Trip Private Transfer Boston Airport BOS to Boston Downtown: $83
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Boston (hotel OR airport pick-up): $188
- Private Transfer in Boston (BOS) Airport/Home/Hotel/Work : $160
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) : $183
- Private Transfer from Flynn Cruise Port to Boston city hotels: $116
- Private Transfer from Flynn Cruise Port to Boston Airport (BOS): $77
- Private Transfer from Boston city hotels to Flynn Cruise Port: $116
- Private Transfer from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newport Port: $183
- Private Transfer from Boston City to Boston (BOS) Airport: $107
- Private Transfer from Boston City Hotels to Newport Cruise Port: $183
- Private Transfer from Boston Airport to Providence RI: $294
- Private Transfer from Boston Airport (BOS) to Flynn Cruise Port: $77
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Boston?
Prices for flights to both Boston 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 $21Boston $86
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
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Bogotá Food Tour. Exotic Fruits and local Cuisine.: $180
- Gastronomic Tour and Cooking Workshop: $213
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Boston.
- Self Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Solo Walking Tour : $5.50
- Morning Walks with Salem Food Tours: $34
- Pizza Beer and Paul Revere Tour: $60
- Boston Pizza Lovers Food & History Walking Food Tour: $63
- North End Pizza Walking Tour with 3 Slices & Cannoli: $63
- City Cruises Boston Harbor Lunch or Dinner Cruise: $64
- North End Food Experience with Pizza, Meats & Cheese: $68
- Ravioli Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Boston: $75
- City Cruises Premier Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise: $98
- Boston’s Politically Incorrect North End Food tour: $98
- Union Square, Somerville Neighborhood Food Tour: $100
- Devour North End Guided Food Tour & Market Visit: $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $12Boston $33
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:
- Learn About Emeralds in a Virtual Experience: $5.00
- Theatron Party-Tour, 20 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $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 II: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Tour de fantasmas /GhosTour LaCandelaria Bogotá : $8.50
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Paranormal Candelaria: $10
- Shared Walking Tour in Bogotá, Historic Center and Graffiti Tour: $11
- Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Boston are as follows:
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Two Tickets to Celtics Game$101
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Duck Tour$32
Tours and Activities in Boston
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Boston are as follows:
- Freedom Trail Walking Tour: $26
- "Ghosts of Boston" Walking Ghost Tour: $25
- "Witch Trials" Walking Tour in Salem: $25
- 1 Hour Boston Segway Tour: $69
- 1 or 2 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour of Boston With 20+ Stops: $48
- 1692 Salem Day Tour: $32
- 1692 Salem Night Walking Tour: $32
- 2 Hour Boston Historical and Heritage Walking Tour: $5.00
- 2 Hour North End 'Little Italy' Walking Tour : $35
- 2-Day Niagara Falls USA Tour from Boston: $284
- 2-Hour Beacon Hill True Crime Expert Guided Tour: $35
- 2.5-Hour Salem History & Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour: $40
For more ideas for your next trip, check out Free Things to Do in Boston, Must-See Monuments and Memorials In Boston, and The Best Things To Do in Boston with Kids.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $12Boston $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
Sample the Local Flavors in Boston
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Boston:
- Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Boston Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns: $30
- Salem Booze and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl by US Ghost Adventures: $36
- Boston Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl : $36
- History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail: $59
- Boston Freedom Trail History Pub Crawl Small-Group Tour: $60
- Freedom Trail History Tour and Brewery Taste: $71
- Sushi Making Class at a Local Distillery in Boston: $75
- Freedom Trail History Tour and Brewery Taste: $79
- Brewery & Distillery Tour & Tasting at Trillium Brewery: $95
- Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Boston, we can see that Boston 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 Boston 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 Boston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Boston 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 Boston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Boston?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Boston. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Boston, 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 Boston?
Boston 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 Boston in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Boston. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Boston in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Bogota is much colder than Boston in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Boston fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
Bogota usually gets less rain in July than Boston. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Boston receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Boston 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Boston in the Autumn?
Both Boston and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Boston for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Bogota is a little warmer than Boston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Boston averages at about 54°F (12°C).
It's quite rainy in Bogota. In October, Bogota usually receives more rain than Boston. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Boston 54°F (12°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Boston in the Winter?
Both Boston and Bogota during the winter 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 winter months attract visitors to Boston because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in Boston can be very cold. In January, Bogota is generally much warmer than Boston. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Boston fluctuates around 29°F (-2°C).
Bogota usually gets less rain in January than Boston. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Boston 29°F (-2°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Boston in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Boston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Furthermore, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Boston this time of year.
Bogota is much warmer than Boston in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Boston fluctuates around 48°F (9°C).
In April, Bogota usually receives around the same amount of rain as Boston. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Boston 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)Boston 48°F (9°C)
Typical Weather for Boston and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 38°F (4°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 inches (108 mm) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
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