Which place is cheaper, Philadelphia or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Philadelphia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?
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.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the fourth largest urban area, and the fifth largest city in the United States. It's located in southeastern Pennsylvania and has a rich history, having once been the capital of the United States. The city has very impressive architecture, museums, universities, and entertainment venues. It's a cultural and artistic center for the country and it continues to climb as a top travel destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage, and The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $52Philadelphia $188
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $52, while the average daily cost in Philadelphia is $188. 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 Philadelphia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Philadelphia $119
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Philadelphia $238
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Philadelphia
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Philadelphia? 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 Philadelphia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.61Philadelphia $28
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 Philadelphia
Also for Philadelphia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Philadelphia Airport PHL to Philadelphia in Business Car: $95
- Philadelphia to Philadelphia Airport (PHL) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Philadelphia City to Washington City - Private Car Transfer: $135
- Philadelphia Airport (PHL): Private Transfer to Philadelphia: $355
- Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Philadelphia - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Philadelphia?
Prices for flights to both Philadelphia 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 $13Philadelphia $49
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 Philadelphia
For Philadelphia, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for 3)$27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Philadelphia
For Philadelphia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Locals' Favorites Food Tour: $52
- Best of Philly Food Tour: $55
- Best of Philadelphia Food Tour-Small Group Walking Tour: $59
- 9th Street Italian Market Walking Food Tour: $61
- Bites and Booze: Walking Food Tour in Philadelphia : $65
- Flavors of Philly Food Tour: $65
- Philadelphia's Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise: $66
- Secret Food Tour: $84
- Highlights of East Passyunk Food Tour: $85
- Chef-Led Taste of the Italian Market Food Tour: $90
- Spirit of Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise with Buffet: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Philadelphia $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:
- 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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Philadelphia
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Philadelphia's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Big Bus Tour (family of 3)$99
Tours and Activities in Philadelphia
For Philadelphia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Ben Franklin Yacht Brunch Cruise with Buffet: $65
- A Magical Christmas Tour in Philadelphia: $558
- Amazing Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $44
- Art and Controversy: An audio tour of Philadelphia's most infamous art scandals: $5.40
- BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia: $49
- Best of Philadelphia Small Group Walking Tour: $104
- City Sightseeing Walking Tour – Founding Fathers and Mothers: $32
- Classic Philadelphia City Bike Tour: $75
- Cocktail Caravan: Philly Walking Bar Tour: $35
- Dark Philly Adult Night Tour: $38
- Discovering Colonial Philadelphia Private Walking Tour: $250
- Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day): $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Philadelphia $21
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 Philadelphia
Also in Philadelphia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Liberty History Tour Pub Crawl: $45
- Guided Tour with Pub Crawl: $45
- Half-Day Philadelphia's Brewery Bike Tour with Tastings: $100
- Philly Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
- Guided Craft Brewery Tours with a Snack: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Philadelphia, we can see that Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Philadelphia?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Philadelphia. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia in the Summer?
Both Philadelphia and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Philadelphia this time of year.
In the summer, Bogota is much colder than Philadelphia. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bogota in July average around 14°C (57°F), and Philadelphia averages at about 77°F (25°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Philadelphia. In July, Bogota usually receives less rain than Philadelphia. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 3.9 inches (100 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Philadelphia 77°F (25°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Philadelphia in the Autumn?
Both Philadelphia 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Philadelphia for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Bogota is generally around the same temperature as Philadelphia. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Philadelphia fluctuates around 56°F (14°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bogota. Bogota usually gets more rain in October than Philadelphia. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 1.9 inches (48 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Philadelphia 56°F (14°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Philadelphia in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Philadelphia. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Philadelphia in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Philadelphia can get quite cold in the winter. Bogota is much warmer than Philadelphia in the winter. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Philadelphia fluctuates around 30°F (-1°C).
In January, Bogota usually receives less rain than Philadelphia. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Philadelphia 30°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Bogota or Philadelphia in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Philadelphia. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Philadelphia for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Bogota is a little warmer than Philadelphia. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bogota in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Philadelphia averages at about 52°F (11°C).
Bogota usually gets more rain in April than Philadelphia. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Philadelphia receives 2.8 inches (70 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBogota 15°C (59°F)Philadelphia 52°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for Philadelphia and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3 inches (76 mm) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 inches (100 mm) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 inches (64 mm) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
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