Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Dubai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dubai or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dubai and Bogota can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Bogota?
Dubai
Ever wonder what it would be like to see the lifestyles of the rich and famous up close. There's no more upscale destination than Dubai. It's by far and away the spot for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining and the most luxurious of luxury. As the most modern and progressive of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, this area has experienced an unbelievable economic boom and tourism spike. It's a desert city with an amazing infrastructure.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $248Bogota $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $248, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $52. 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 Dubai and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Bogota? 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: Dubai Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Bogota $8.61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:
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Taxi Ride$12
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Airport Taxi$12
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Sea Taxi$0.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubai
Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yellow Boat Tour Dubai with Private Transfers: $95
- Yellow Boat Tour Dubai With Private Transfers: $102
- Yellow Boat Ride in Dubai with Private Transfers: $110
- Xline Dubai Marina Zipline Experience With Transfers Option: $243
- Xline Dubai Marina Zipline Experience Dubai with Transfers Option: $247
- Wild Wadi tickets with Transfers: $100
- Wild Wadi Waterpark tickets with Private transfer: $154
- Wild Wadi Waterpark Entrance Ticket -Dubai with Transfers Option: $99
- Wild Wadi Waterpark Dubai Ticket With Private Transfer: $125
- Wild Wadi WaterPark Ticket with Optional Transfers and Meal: $78
- Wild Wadi Water Park Ticket with Transfer from Dubai: $131
- Wild Wadi Dubai water park Ticket with 1 way transfer in Dubai: $110
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.42
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Taxi Ride$0.39
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2 Bus Passes$0.87
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
- Bogotá to or from Barichara or San Gil Private Transfer: $167
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City in a Luxury Van: $134
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in 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
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Dubai 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 dayDubai $56Bogota $13
Typical Food Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
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French bread$0.95
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Sumo salad in Dubai Mall + Juice$10
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Lemon Mint Tea$4.36
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Coffee & Cake$6.53
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Smoothie$5.45
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Shawarma$1.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Dinner Cruise Al-Seef: $12
- Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek with Buffet Dinner: $14
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet in Dubai: $14
- Dubai:Desert Safari BBQ dinner, Dune bashing,Camel&Sandboarding: $14
- Scenic Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner and Live Shows: $14
- Romantic Sightseeing Dhow Cruise Dinner: $15
- 2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner: $15
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Creek: $17
- Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner: $18
- Desert Safari with Dinner and Live Show: $18
- Dhow Dinner Cruise with International Buffet: $18
- Romantic Dhow Cruise Dinner: $19
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.54
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Hot Dog$0.90
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
- 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
- Private Street Food Tour in Candelaria Bogota: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Bogota $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Visit to the Dubai Museum$0.82
Tours and Activities in Dubai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
- 60 Minutes Dubai Yellow Boat Marina Tour: $78
- Abu Dhabi City Tour Including Ferrari World Ticket : $170
- Bur Dubai Abra Tour and Boat Ride with Museum of Illusions : $135
- Burj Khalifa Observation deck Dubai Admission Ticket : $71
- Classical Dubai Highlights City Tour : $44
- DXB Tour and Aquaventure water park & lost Chambers PRIVATE tour: $215
- Dubai (Marina Luxury Yacht) Tour with BF : $95
- Dubai (Marina Luxury Yacht) Tour with Breakfast: $105
- Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo Explorer Tickets: $95
- Dubai City Tour : Half Day: $45
- Dubai City Tour(Full Day) with Burj Khalifa Ticket 'At the Top' : $225
- Dubai Frame Entry Ticket: $22
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$1.29
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bogotá Architecture Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $149
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $80
- 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: $153
- 3 days- private tour Chingaza-Guatavita Savannah Expedition: $60
- 3-Hour Walking Tour and Musical Picnic in the Heart of Ibague: $23
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4 Hours Private Tour to Monserrate from Bogotá: $69
- 4-hour Paragliding Adventure from Bogota: $170
- 5-hour Tour through Bogotá during the stopover. Includes round-trip from airport: $160
- 6 hour Private City Tour through Bogotá (Con Monserrate): $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Bogota $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dubai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
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A Couple Drinks$25
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubai
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubai:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tours: $66
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour: $67
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 Bogota - Ancient Brews : $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Bogota, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Bogota is in South 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 Dubai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubai 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 Dubai Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Bogota, 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 Dubai or Bogota?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Dubai or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. In July, Dubai usually receives less rain than Bogota. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Dubai. In the summer, Dubai is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dubai in July average around 35°C (95°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Bogota. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Dubai usually gets less rain in October than Bogota. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Dubai is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 29°C (84°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Dubai is January to March. In January, Dubai usually receives less rain than Bogota. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Dubai is a little warmer than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Dubai during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
June to August is the dry season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in April than Bogota. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Dubai is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dubai in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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