Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Ushuaia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Ushuaia, 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 Ushuaia?
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.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Wildlife Tours to Argentina, and The Best Eco Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $53Ushuaia $11
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $53, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $11. 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 Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $26Ushuaia $5.64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $52Ushuaia $11
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Ushuaia
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Ushuaia? 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 Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.77Ushuaia -
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:
- Private Salt Cathedral and Nemocón Salt Mines + In & out Transfer + (8 hours): $242
- Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $149
- 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
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by MiniSuv: $66
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared One-way Airport Transfer: $10
- Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $97
- Ushuaia to Ushuaia Airport (USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $32
- Ushuaia city to Ushuaia Airport(USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia city - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $46
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.48
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.25
- Ushuaia Airport Departure Transfer: $10
- Ushuaia Airport Arrival Transfer: $10
- Ushuaia Airport (USH) to Ushuaia - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $63
- Transfer from/to the airport: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia 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 $14Ushuaia $2.18
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:
- Peruvian cooking workshop: $26
- Bogotá Bites: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $45
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Ushuaia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ushuaia:
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Lunch for Two$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Martial Glacier at Night with Dinner Included: $94
- Ushuaia at night: A Snow and Fire dinner, sledding and adventure: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $13Ushuaia $13
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:
- 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
- Lake Guatavitá Private Day Tour: $255
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $80
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $153
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Bogotá with Guide and Transportation: $77
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $170
- 5-hour Bogota Street Art Tour with transportation: $184
- 5-hour Tour through Bogotá during the stopover. Includes round-trip from airport: $160
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- 2-day tour: Tierra del Fuego National Park + Fagnano and Escondido Lakes: $115
- 2-day tour:Tierra del Fuego NP + Beagle Channel Navigation + Fagnano & Escondido: $190
- 3-Hour Navigation Tour in the Beagle Channel with Isla de Lobos: $75
- 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
- 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $122
- 4-Hour National Park - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $75
- 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $156
- 5-Hour Nat Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $195
- 5.5-Hour National park w/ hiking Shore excursion - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $280
- 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $95
- 7-Hour Lakes Escondido & Fagnano - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $105
- Adventure 360º in Quads with Lunch: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $14Ushuaia -
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
- Saturday Bar Crawl in La Candelaria, Bogotá: $25
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Wine$0.05
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Beer$0.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Ushuaia, we can see that Bogota is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia 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 Ushuaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bogota Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Ushuaia?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Ushuaia, 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 Ushuaia?
Ushuaia 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 Ushuaia in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Ushuaia. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Bogota is a little warmer than Ushuaia in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F)in January.
In July, Bogota usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ushuaiain January. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Ushuaia. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Bogota is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 6°C (43°F)in April.
Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bogota usually gets more rain in October than Ushuaiain April. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBogota 14°C (57°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ushuaia in the Winter?
Both Ushuaia and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Ushuaia in the winter. In January, Bogota is generally much warmer than Ushuaiain July. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In January, Bogota usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ushuaiain July. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Ushuaia in the Spring?
Both Ushuaia and Bogota during the spring 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 Ushuaia in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in October.
Bogota usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaiain October. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBogota 15°C (59°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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.