Which place is cheaper, Miami or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Miami?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Miami, 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 Miami?
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.
Miami
Miami is a popular tourist destination and a modern city in South Florida. It has beautiful white beaches, crystal blue waters, cosmopolitan neighborhoods, impressive shopping, and excellent dining opportunities. It is also a gateway to the Florida Keys, which is another popular destination in South Florida.
Miami is the second most populated city in Florida and the metropolitan area is the most populated in the state with more than 5.4 million people. It's also the 7th largest metro area in the country. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Everglades to the west. It covers 110 miles north to south but is a narrow 20 miles east to west.
Miami sits at a low latitude, giving it a subtropical savannah climate. There are two seasons; the warm and dry season between November and April and the hot and wet season between May and October. The coldest months are between December and March when highs are in the upper 70 or low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer months have highs in the upper 80s or 90s and lows in the mid 70s with high humidity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $52Miami $206
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $52, while the average daily cost in Miami is $206. 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 Miami in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Miami $132
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Miami $264
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Miami
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Miami? 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 Miami Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.61Miami $38
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Miami are as follows:
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Car Rental for a Day$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Miami
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Miami:
- Transfers in Miami: $105
- Transfers Airports Miami, Ft. Lauderdale Port Mía Everglades: $25
- Transfer from Port Miami to Miami Airport: $160
- Transfer from Miami Hotel or Miami Port to Fort Lauderdale Airport or Hotel: $210
- Transfer from Miami Airport to Miami Hotel or Miami Port: $160
- Transfer from Miami Airport to Hotel or Port Miami.: $160
- Shared Transfer to Sawgrass Mall by Tour Bus: $49
- Shared Tour in Miami with Transfer: $170
- Round Trip Motorcoach Transfer to Key West from Miami: $245
- Private transfer from Miami hotel to Port of Miami: $160
- Private Transfer: Miami International Airport (MIA) to Miami Beach : $69
- Private Transfer to Miami Airport (Departures): $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Miami?
Prices for flights to both Miami 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 $13Miami $41
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
Typical Food Prices in Miami
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Miami:
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Lunch with Drinks (for 2)$45
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David's Cafe Lunch (for 1)$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Miami
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Miami.
- Little Havana Ultimate Food Tour : $64
- The Ultimate Little Havana Food Tour: $64
- South Beach Donut & Gelato Walking Food Tour: $65
- Wynwood Street Art, Culture, Donuts & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Little Havana Street Food Tour with Enthusiastic Guide: $69
- South Beach Food Tour: $70
- A Taste of South Beach Food Tour: $70
- Taste of Little Havana Food Tour in Miami with Cuban Street Food: $75
- Little Havana Walking Food Tour: $75
- Food Tour of Miami's South Beach: $79
- South Beach Miami Food & Fun Art Deco Food Tour : $79
- Wynwood Walls Art District Food Tour: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Miami $31
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
Tours and Activities in Miami
Here are a few actual costs in Miami for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cultural Brunch Experience in Miami: $125
- Miami Beach Art Deco Tour with Cocktails: $75
- Miami's Most Authentic Walking Tour of Little Havana: $39
- South Beach Walking Tour- A Journey through Food and History: $67
- 1 Day Key West Tour from Miami Florida: $175
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Experience in Miami Beach Florida: $95
- 1 Hour Star Island Segway Tour: $74
- 1 Hour Wynwood Street Art Tour: $45
- 1 or 2 hours Miami exclusive Private Boat Tour with champagne: $60
- 1-Hour Private Miami Photoshoot Experience: $65
- 1HR Boat Tour Around Miami Celebrities Mansion: $65
- 2 HR Miami Lights & Skyline Private Night Tour for up to 6 people: $299
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Miami $22
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Miami are as follows:
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Evening at a Bar$32
Sample the Local Flavors in Miami
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Miami:
- Miami Bar Crawl: $25
- Miami Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Small-Group Brewery Golf Cart Tour of Wynwood with a Local Guide: $59
- Wynwood Graffiti Brewery Golf Cart Tour: $63
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Bar Crawl: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Miami, we can see that Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Miami 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 Miami Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Miami?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Miami. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Miami, 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 Miami?
Miami 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 Miami in the Summer?
Both Miami 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. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Miami because of the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Bogota is much colder than Miami in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Miami fluctuates around 83°F (28°C).
Miami gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bogota usually gets less rain in July than Miami. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Miami receives 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Miami 83°F (28°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Miami in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Miami. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Miami this time of year.
In the autumn, Bogota is much colder than Miami. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Miami averages at about 78°F (26°C).
Miami receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bogota usually receives less rain than Miami. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Miami receives 5.6 inches (143 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Miami 78°F (26°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Miami in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Miami. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Miami for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Bogota is generally cooler than Miami. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Miami fluctuates around 67°F (20°C).
Bogota usually gets less rain in January than Miami. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Miami receives 2.2 inches (55 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Miami 67°F (20°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Miami in the Spring?
Both Miami 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, many visitors come to Miami in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Bogota is much colder than Miami in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Miami fluctuates around 75°F (24°C).
In April, Bogota usually receives more rain than Miami. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Miami receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBogota 15°C (59°F)Miami 75°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Miami and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 67°F (20°C) | 2.2 inches (55 mm) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (162 mm) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 inches (238 mm) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 inches (191 mm) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 inches (194 mm) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 inches (143 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
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