Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Calgary?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Calgary, 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 Calgary?
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.
Calgary
Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bogota, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Colombia, The Best 3-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vancouver.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $48Calgary $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $48, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $157. 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 Calgary in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $24Calgary $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $48Calgary $148
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Calgary
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Calgary? 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 Calgary Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.04Calgary $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.93
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Taxi Ride$0.36
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2 Bus Passes$0.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 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
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minivan: $89
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota Downtown RoundTrip Private Transfer: $50
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minibus: $124
- Downtown to Bogota Airport (BOG) Departure Private Transfer: $25
- El Dorado Airport Transfer: Direct to Your Hotel or Accommodation: $25
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Calgary
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Calgary Airport (YYC) -Calgary: $128
- Private Transfers during Calgary Stampede: $74
- Private Transfer from Fernie to Calgary International Airport: $79
- Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Luxury SUV: $133
- Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Business Car: $112
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport to Sunshine Village : $62
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Luxury SUV: $133
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Business Car: $112
- Private Shuttle: Airport/Calgary to Canmore/Banff Transfers: $434
- Private Shuttle from Calgary Airport to Canmore Banff Transfers: $75
- Lake Louise: Calgary to Lake Louise Private Transfer 1 Way: $478
- Exclusive Private Shuttle: YYC Airport and Calgary Transfers: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Calgary?
Prices for flights to both Calgary 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 $12Calgary $32
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.44
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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:
- Bogota Local Food Tour in the City Center: $13
- Street Food Tour in Bogotá with Tastings: $45
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $60
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Gastronomy & Cooking Class Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $229
Typical Food Prices in Calgary
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:
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Bread, Chips, Cheese$8.22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Calgary
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Calgary.
- Light Brunch & Food Tour at Calgary Farmers' Market WEST: $82
- Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $12Calgary $16
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:
- Theatron Party-Tour, 19 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $5.00
- Traditional Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Shared Walking Tour in Bogotá, Historic Center and Graffiti Tour: $11
- Ghost Tour Bogotá/ Tour de fantasmas bogotá : $13
- Bogota Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $14
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Full Day Tour to the Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva: $15
- Bike Tour through Bogotá: $19
- Historical tour Bogota: $19
- Bike Tour in Bogota Historical Sites and Fruit Market: $20
- Bogotá Bike Tour: $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Calgary
Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Stampede Admission (for 2)$22
Tours and Activities in Calgary
Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Emerald Lake: $75
- /Banff/Canmore/Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield : $211
- 1 Day Tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake: $75
- 1 Day Tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald & Peyto Lake: $172
- 1-Day Banff Guided Tour, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise: $104
- 2 Day Guided Tour in Banff National Park: $299
- 6-Hour Private City Tour Drive to Calgary Tower: $700
- Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff: $75
- Banff Audio Guided Tour from Calgary: $16
- Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park: $141
- Banff Explorer Tour w/ Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Private: $366
- Best of Banff National Park and Iconic Lakes - Ultimate Day Tour: $108
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $13Calgary $11
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 Calgary
Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Calgary Bar Crawl: Cruisin' Calgary: $12
- Calgary Brewery and Wine Tours at Award Winning Venues: $84
- Calgary Brewery Tour: $90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Calgary, we can see that Calgary 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 Calgary 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 Calgary would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Calgary 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 Calgary Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Calgary?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Calgary, 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.