Which place is cheaper, Pucon or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Pucon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Pucon, 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 Pucon?
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.
Pucon
A popular hub for adventure tourism, Pucon is a town in the Lake District of the South American nation of Chile. Located on Lake Villarirca with the snowcapped Villarrica volcano looming above and plenty of forested valleys below, the town has become a home base year-round for a full range of outdoor activities.
Check out our ultimate guide to Traveling in Patagonia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $53Pucon $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $53, while the average daily cost in Pucon is $100. 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 Pucon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Pucon $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Pucon $86
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Pucon
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Pucon? 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 $8.77Pucon $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.56
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Taxi Ride$0.39
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2 Bus Passes$0.89
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
- Bogotá Private Luxury Transfer - Airport Pick Up or Drop Off - SUV Mercedes Benz: $97
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $80
- Bogota Airport (BOG) to Downtown Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Business Car: $118
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minibus: $124
- Downtown to Bogota Airport (BOG) Departure Private Transfer: $24
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Premium Private Transfer from Bogota Hotels to El Dorado Airport: $17
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pucon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pucon:
- Pucon to Puerto Montt El Tepual Airport (PMC) -Departure Transfer: $114
- Pucon Temuco Airport Private Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer Pucon Thermal Resorts to Temuco Airport: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Pucon?
Prices for flights to both Pucon 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 $14Pucon $38
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.57
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Hot Dog$0.92
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 Bogota with 10+ Tastings: $45
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 13+ 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
- Carimañola Cooking Class in Bogota: $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
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $130
- Gastronomy & Cooking Class Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Pucon $37
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$1.31
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 II: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
- Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Walking Tour through Candelaria: $14
- Walking tour La Candelaria bogotá: $15
- Ghost Tour Bogotá/ Tour de fantasmas bogotá : $15
- Full Day Tour to the Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva: $15
Tours and Activities in Pucon
Here are a few actual costs in Pucon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Rafting Experience in Pucon: $60
- Full Day Excursion Tour to Quetrupillán Volcano: $177
- Full Day Private Tour Ascending Sollipulli Volcano: $140
- Half Day Tour to The Eyes Of Caburgua from Pucon: $93
- Local Chile-Bavarian Culinary Pretzel Baking Experience n Sausage: $149
- Private 3-Hour Canyoning Experience on the Correntoso River: $68
- Private Half Day Andean Lakes Experience with pickup: $110
- Sightseeing Tour in Pucon and Villarica: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Pucon $27
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 Bogotá: $40
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Pucon, we can see that Pucon is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Pucon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pucon 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 Pucon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Pucon?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 260 times larger than the population of Pucon. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Pucon, 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 Pucon?
Pucon 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 Pucon in the Summer?
Both Pucon 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.
Bogota is cooler than Pucon in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Pucon fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in January.
Bogota usually gets less rain in July than Puconin January. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Pucon 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Pucon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Pucon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the autumn, Bogota is a little warmer than Pucon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Pucon averages at about 11°C (52°F)in April.
Pucon 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 Puconin April. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBogota 14°C (57°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Pucon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Pucon. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Bogota is generally much warmer than Puconin July. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Pucon fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
It's quite rainy in Pucon. Bogota usually gets less rain in January than Puconin July. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Pucon 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Pucon in the Spring?
Both Pucon and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Bogota is a little warmer than Pucon in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Pucon fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pucon. In April, Bogota usually receives less rain than Puconin October. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Pucon receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBogota 15°C (59°F)Pucon 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Pucon and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 297 mm (11.7 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 247 mm (9.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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