Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Ottawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
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.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $52Ottawa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $52, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is $123. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Ottawa $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Ottawa $36
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Ottawa? 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 Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.61Ottawa $7.27
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:
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Salt Cathedral and Nemocón Salt Mines + In & out Transfer + (8 hours): $242
- Private Bogota airport pick up transfer service: $20
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer : From Airport to Bogotá Hotels : $31
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Ottawa Airport (YOW) to Ottawa City: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer in Ottawa Airport : $52
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa 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 $13Ottawa $17
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 Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Ottawa $40
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:
- Bogotá Architecture Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $149
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
- La Candelaria and Monserrate Walking Half Day Tour: $234
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $80
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $153
- 3 days- private tour Chingaza-Guatavita Savannah Expedition: $60
- 3-Hour Walking Tour and Musical Picnic in the Heart of Ibague: $23
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $170
- 5-hour Tour through Bogotá during the stopover. Includes round-trip from airport: $160
- 6 hour Private City Tour through Bogotá (Con Monserrate): $134
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour: $59
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour: $82
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with River Cruise: $133
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise: $85
- City Beers: Bus Tour of Ottawa Breweries: $75
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.69
- Full Day Montreal and Cruise Tour from Ottawa: $115
- Gems and Surprises – Ottawa Walking Tour: $186
- Helicopter Private Tour Over Ottawa 70KM in 20 min : $151
- Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour: $25
- Ottawa Boat Cruise - Paul's Boat Line: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Ottawa $18
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 Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Ottawa, we can see that Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ottawa 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 Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Ottawa?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Ottawa. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
Ottawa 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 Ottawa in the Summer?
Both Ottawa and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In July, Bogota is generally much colder than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 21°C (71°F).
In July, Bogota usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ottawa in the Autumn?
Both Ottawa and Bogota during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Bogota is much warmer than Ottawa in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Ottawa fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bogota. Bogota usually gets more rain in October than Ottawa. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ottawa in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Ottawa. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
It's quite cold in Ottawa in the winter. In the winter, Bogota is much warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bogota in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Ottawa averages at about -10°C (14°F).
In January, Bogota usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ottawa in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Ottawa. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Bogota is generally much warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 15°C (59°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Bogota usually gets more rain in April than Ottawa. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBogota 15°C (59°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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