Which place is cheaper, Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Port-au-Prince, 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 Port-au-Prince?
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.
Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Bogota Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $55Port-au-Prince $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $55, while the average daily cost in Port-au-Prince is $31. 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 Port-au-Prince in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $23Port-au-Prince $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $46Port-au-Prince $44
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Port-au-Prince
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Port-au-Prince? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $7.67Port-au-Prince $4.78
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.61
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Taxi Ride$0.34
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2 Bus Passes$0.78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minivan: $89
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota Downtown RoundTrip Private Transfer: $47
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Business Car: $119
- 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
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minivan: $89
- El Dorado Airport Transfer: Direct to Your Hotel or Accommodation: $31
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Port-au-Prince?
Prices for flights to both Port-au-Prince 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 $21Port-au-Prince $6.46
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.37
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Hot Dog$0.80
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
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- 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
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $12Port-au-Prince $0.77
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$1.15
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, 1h openbar.: $5.00
- Theatron Party-Tour, 19 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $5.00
- 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
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Paranormal Candelaria: $10
- Armed Conflict and Violence Tour in Bogotá, Colombia: $11
- Shared Walking Tour in Bogotá, Historic Center and Graffiti Tour: $11
- Bogota Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $13
- Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $12Port-au-Prince $0.20
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Dave’s Bogota Pub Crawl: $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogotá: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Port-au-Prince, we can see that Bogota is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bogota is in South America and Port-au-Prince is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Bogota would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bogota than you might in Port-au-Prince.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bogota Expensive? and Is Port-au-Prince Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Port-au-Prince?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Port-au-Prince. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Port-au-Prince, 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.