Which place is cheaper, Puerto Montt or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Puerto Montt, 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.
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.
The Lake District is a region of snow capped volcanoes, pale green lakes and endless miles of virgin and ancient forests. Found 1,016 km away from Santiago de Chile, Puerto Montt is famous for its beautiful lakes and its germanic architecture, old wooden houses and its legendary Iglesia Catedral, found on the town's main square, la Plaza de Armas. The monument, entirely built with alerce (cypress) wood, is the oldest building of the city. The capital of the Lake Region is a good starting point for many memorable excursions in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Chile, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Chile.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $53, while the average daily cost in Puerto Montt is $89. 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 Puerto Montt in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Montt:
Prices for flights to both Puerto Montt 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.
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Montt are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Puerto Montt, we can see that Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt Expensive?.
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Puerto Montt. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Puerto Montt, 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.
Puerto Montt has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Puerto Montt. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Bogota is cooler than Puerto Montt. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bogota in July average around 14°C (57°F), and Puerto Montt averages at about 16°C (60°F)in January.
Bogota usually gets less rain in July than Puerto Monttin January. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Puerto Montt and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In October, Bogota is generally a little warmer than Puerto Monttin April. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Puerto Montt fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Puerto Montt. It's quite rainy in Bogota. In October, Bogota usually receives less rain than Puerto Monttin April. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Puerto Montt and Bogota during the winter 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 Puerto Montt in the winter. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Puerto Montt fluctuates around 7°C (45°F)in July.
Puerto Montt gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bogota usually gets less rain in January than Puerto Monttin July. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Puerto Montt. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the spring, Bogota is a little warmer than Puerto Montt. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bogota in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Puerto Montt averages at about 11°C (51°F)in October.
Puerto Montt receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Bogota usually receives less rain than Puerto Monttin October. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Bogota | Puerto Montt | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |