A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bogota vs. Toronto for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bogota or Toronto?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Toronto, 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 Toronto?

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.

Toronto

The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.


Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Bogota?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $56, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $249. 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 Toronto in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bogota $24
    Toronto $85
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bogota $48
    Toronto $170
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Toronto

Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Toronto? 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.

Hotels in Bogota


Hotels in Toronto


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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 Toronto Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bogota $7.90
    Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:


  • Taxi from Airport
    $6.81
  • Taxi Ride
    $0.35
  • 2 Bus Passes
    $0.80

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota

Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
  • 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 Hotel to Airport Transfer service in Bogota: $17
  • Private Bogota airport pick up transfer service: $20
  • Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
  • Premium Private Transfer from Bogota Hotels to El Dorado Airport: $13
  • Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $149
  • El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
  • El Dorado Airport Transfer: Direct to Your Hotel or Accommodation: $25

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:


  • Airport Shuttle
    $26
  • Train: 2 Day Passes
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto

Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Toronto City Center to Pearson Airport(YYZ): $49
  • Transfer from Pearson Airport(YYZ) to Toronto City Center: $49
  • Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara-on-the-Lake,Canada: $159
  • Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls, Canada: $159
  • Transfer Toronto Hotels to Toronto Pearson Airport YYZ: $41
  • Shuttle Transfer Between Downtown and Niagara Falls: $109
  • Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $155
  • Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $215
  • Private Transfer to Kingston City or Queen's Unive…: $814
  • Private Transfer from/to Airport to/from Hotel: $109
  • Private Transfer for 1-10 Passengers to Downtown: $172
  • Private Transfer Pearson Int. Apt to Waterloo: $265

Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Toronto?

Prices for flights to both Toronto 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bogota $21
    Toronto $112
Typical Food Prices in Bogota

For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Breakfast
    $1.42
  • Hot Dog
    $0.83

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
  • Bogota Food Tour, Private Car, Fruits Arepa Cacao Lunch Cafe Beer: $54
  • 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 Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $132

Typical Food Prices in Toronto

For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two
    $23
  • Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)
    $56

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto

For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $48
  • Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour: $72
  • Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $72
  • Must-Do Toronto Food Tour by Toronto's First Food Tour Company: $73
  • Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $73
  • Toronto's First Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $73
  • Niagara Falls Evening Tour with Boat, Dinner & Illumination Tower: $73
  • 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $75
  • Kensington Market International Food Tour: $92
  • Taste of the Continents: International Food Tour : $95
  • Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour with Optional Boat & Dinner: $109
  • Toronto Obsession III Dinner Cruise: $126

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bogota $12
    Toronto $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bogota

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Beer
    $1.18

Tours and Activities in Bogota

For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
  • Express Salt Cathedral Tour• Guided Tour & Tickets • 5h: $219
  • 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: $155
  • 3 Hour Road Bike Shared Tour in Bogota: $120
  • 3-Hour Walking Tour and Musical Picnic in the Heart of Ibague: $23
  • 4 Hour Bogota Bike Tour: $36
  • 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
  • 5-hour Bogota Street Art Tour with transportation: $184
  • 6 hour Private City Tour through Bogotá (Con Monserrate): $134
  • 6-Hour Private Guided Tour at a Coffee Farm: $200

Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Art Gallery of Ontario for Two
    $15
  • CN Tower at night for Two
    $36
  • Harbour Dinner Cruise
    $26
  • Bata Shoe Museum (2)
    $7.24

Tours and Activities in Toronto

For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 1 Hour Private Photoshoot Experience in Toronto: $73
  • 1-Hour Private Guided Photography Tour in Toronto: $294
  • 1-Hour Toronto Harbour Tour with Live Narration: $24
  • 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $198
  • 2 Hour Toronto City Tour: $48
  • 2 Hour Toronto City Tour: $29
  • 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $27
  • 7-Minute Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $109
  • 90-Minute Toronto Luxury Yacht Sightseeing Prosecco Cruise: $140
  • Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $33
  • Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $136
  • Best of Toronto Private, In-Car, Food + Sightseeing Tour: $170

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bogota $12
    Toronto $22

Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:

  • Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
  • Dave’s Bogota Pub Crawl: $25
  • Pub Crawl in Bogotá: $42
  • Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103

Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:

  • Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
  • Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour: $25
  • Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour: $26
  • Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $26
  • Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $35
  • Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $36
  • Pub Crawl Toronto: $37
  • Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
  • Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $40
  • The Distillery District Segway Ghost Tour: $40
  • Toronto Distillery District Self-Guided Walking Tour: $42
  • Evening Distillery District Segway Ghost Tour: $43


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Toronto, we can see that Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto 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 Toronto Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bogota or Toronto?

Bogota has a larger population, and is about 54% larger than the population of Toronto. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Toronto, 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 Toronto?

Toronto 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 Toronto in the Summer?

Both Toronto 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, many travelers come to Toronto for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Bogota is cooler than Toronto in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

In July, Bogota usually receives less rain than Toronto. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Bogota 14°C (57°F) 
    Toronto 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Bogota or Toronto in the Autumn?

Both Toronto 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. Also, many visitors come to Toronto in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Bogota is a little warmer than Toronto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Toronto averages at about 11°C (51°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Bogota. Bogota usually gets more rain in October than Toronto. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Bogota 14°C (57°F) 
    Toronto 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Bogota or Toronto in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Toronto. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Also, most visitors come to Toronto for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Toronto can be very cold during winter. In January, Bogota is generally much warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).

In January, Bogota usually receives less rain than Toronto. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Bogota 14°C (57°F) 
    Toronto -4°C (25°F)

Should I visit Bogota or Toronto in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Toronto. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Toronto because of the activities around the city.

Bogota is much warmer than Toronto in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).

Bogota usually gets more rain in April than Toronto. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Bogota 15°C (59°F) 
    Toronto 7°C (44°F)

Typical Weather for Toronto and Bogota

Bogota Toronto
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) -4°C (25°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) -4°C (26°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in) 1°C (34°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Apr 15°C (59°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 7°C (44°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Jun 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 21°C (70°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 11°C (51°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 5°C (41°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 50 mm (2 in) -1°C (30°F) 75 mm (2.9 in)