Which place is cheaper, Vancouver or Bogota?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bogota or Vancouver?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bogota or Vancouver, 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 Vancouver?
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.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bogota, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Colombia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBogota $48Vancouver $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Bogota is $48, while the average daily cost in Vancouver is $143. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBogota $24Vancouver $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBogota $48Vancouver $176
Compare Hotels in Bogota and Vancouver
Looking for a hotel in Bogota or Vancouver? 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 Vancouver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bogota $8.04Vancouver $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$6.93
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Taxi Ride$0.36
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2 Bus Passes$0.82
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 Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $149
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City in a Luxury Van: $134
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minibus: $124
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minibus: $124
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minivan: $89
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vancouver
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
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SkyTrain from Airport$6.44
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Taxi from Airport to Downtown$21
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15 min Taxi Ride$8.84
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SkyTrain DayPass$6.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vancouver
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YVR Airport: Private Airport Transfer to/from Vancouver: $52
- Whistler: VIP SUV Transfer to YVR: $574
- YVR Airport Transfer to Squamish: $411
- YVR Airport Transfer to Fraser Valley: $618
- VIP Sedan Transfer to YVR: $167
- VIP Sedan Transfer to Whistler: $555
- VIP SUV Transfer to YVR: $185
- VIP SUV Transfer to Whistler: $555
- VIP SUV Transfer from YVR to Whistler: $581
- Transfer Downtown - Canada Place Cruise Terminal: $140
- Private Transfer to Whistler with Sightseeing: $552
- Private Transfer to Whistler: $474
Is it cheaper to fly into Bogota or Vancouver?
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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 $12Vancouver $31
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.44
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Hot Dog$0.84
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
- 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
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
- Gastronomy & Cooking Class Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $229
Typical Food Prices in Vancouver
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
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All You Can Eat Sushi Lunch$8.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vancouver
For Vancouver, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Experience Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $99
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $101
- Private Historical Food Tour of Gastown : $101
- Vancouver Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $102
- Evening Cruise with Dinner Buffet: $112
- Downtown Authentic Asian Eats Walking Food Tour: $119
- VIP Granville Island Market Vancouver - Walking Food Tour: $119
- Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise: $135
- Private Granville Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $135
- Private Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $135
- Vancouver Authentic Chinese Food Tour: $136
- VIP Granville Island Uncorked Walking Food Tour: $138
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bogota $12Vancouver $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$1.20
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: $187
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $80
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $158
- 3 Hour Road Bike Shared Tour in Bogota: $120
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-hour Comprehensive Private Emerald Tour in Bogota: $60
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $206
- 6 hour Private City Tour through Bogotá (Con Monserrate): $134
- Andres Carne de Res - Private Tour 4 to 8 Tourists: $279
Tours and Activities in Vancouver
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vancouver.
- Guided Bike /E-bike Tour in Whistler From Vancouver: $222
- Spirit Of Vancouver Bike or Ebike Tour: $102
- Vancouver 1-Day city tour: $79
- Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver: $178
- $99 Vancouver 2 Hours City Tour Private: $103
- 2 Days Leavenworth Christmastown Tour from Vancouver (Chn&Eng): $195
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour - Vancouver's Highlights: $220
- 2-in-1 Vancouver city Tour: $236
- 3-Day Vancouver City Tour Package With Whistler & Victoria: $2,429
- 3-Hour Private Walking Tour of Vancouver's Highlights: $270
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour Vancouver (from Vancouver City): $459
- 3hr Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City (fr YVR/Cruise): $587
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBogota $13Vancouver $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá Colombia: $25
- Pub Crawl in Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
Sample the Local Flavors in Vancouver
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
- Vancouver Granville Pub Crawl: $19
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $22
- Vancouver Mansions Pub Crawl: $22
- Vancouver - Granville Pub Crawl: $26
- 3.5-Hour Craft Brewery Tour: $85
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour Led by a Local: $90
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour: $90
- Vancouver Behind-the-Scenes Brewery Tour: $94
- From Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Local Tastings: $133
- From Half-Day Fraser Valley Wine Tour: $139
- Taste of the Valley Wine Tour: $150
- Fraser Valley & White Rock Premium Public Wine Tour: $169
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bogota and Vancouver, we can see that Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vancouver 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 Vancouver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bogota or Vancouver?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Vancouver. When comparing the sizes of Bogota and Vancouver, 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 Vancouver?
Vancouver 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 Vancouver in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bogota and Vancouver. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round. Also, many visitors come to Vancouver in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Bogota is cooler than Vancouver in the summer. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 14°C (57°F) in July, and Vancouver fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In July, Bogota usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Bogota gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBogota 14°C (57°F)Vancouver 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Vancouver in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bogota as well as Vancouver. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Vancouver for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Bogota is a little warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bogota in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Vancouver averages at about 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Vancouver. Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bogota usually gets less rain in October than Vancouver. Bogota gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBogota 14°C (57°F)Vancouver 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Vancouver in the Winter?
Both Vancouver and Bogota are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Vancouver because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Vancouver can be very cold. In January, Bogota is generally much warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Bogota average around 14°C (57°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vancouver. In January, Bogota usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Bogota gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBogota 14°C (57°F)Vancouver 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Bogota or Vancouver in the Spring?
Both Vancouver 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. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Vancouver this time of year.
Bogota is much warmer than Vancouver in the spring. The daily temperature in Bogota averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Vancouver fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bogota usually gets less rain in April than Vancouver. Bogota gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBogota 15°C (59°F)Vancouver 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Vancouver and Bogota
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
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