Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Florianopolis?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Florianopolis or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Florianopolis or Bogota? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Florianopolis or Bogota?
Florianopolis
With a population of almost 500,000, Florianopolis is the capital city of the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The city is split between mainland Brazil and Santa Catarina Island.
Florianopolis has grown in popularity with tourists recently because of its wonderful scenery, beautiful beaches, and fascinating culture. Many Brazilians have also moved here, leaving behind the big cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Florianopolis has a warm humid subtropical climate. There are summer, winter, spring and fall seasons. Frosts are rare but do occur occasionally. Highs during the warmest months are usually in the high 70s Fahrenheit. Rain is evenly distributed throughout the year and there is no distinct dry season.
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 Wildlife Tours to Brazil, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil, 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 dayFlorianopolis $62Bogota $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Florianopolis is $62, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $53. 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 Florianopolis and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorianopolis $26Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorianopolis $52Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Florianopolis and Bogota
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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: Florianopolis Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florianopolis $13Bogota $8.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florianopolis
Also for Florianopolis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Florianópolis Airport / Costão do Santinho: $76
- Shared transfer from Florianópolis airport to Balneário Camboriú: $35
- Roundtrip transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $168
- Private Transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $97
- Private Transfer from FLN Airport to the City Balneario Camboriú : $83
- Private Transfer Florianopolis Airport to Bal. Camboriu: $96
- Private Transfer Florianópolis Airport to City Center: $31
- One Way Transfer : Florianopolis Airport to or from Florianopolis: $64
- Hercilio Luz Airport - North Island Transfer: $14
- Florianópolis Airport Transfer anywhere on the island by Floripa Nativa: $39
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:
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Bogota City Airport (BOG) - Bogota City: $40
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Bogota Airport (BOG)-Bogota City: $36
- Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
- 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 Bogota Airport drop-off Transfer: $59
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Florianopolis or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Florianopolis 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 dayFlorianopolis $22Bogota $14
Typical Food Prices in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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A Quick Snack$0.44
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 13+ Tastings: $49
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $55
- Bogota Food Tour • Private Car • Fruits Cacao Lunch Coffee Beer: $59
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
- Private Colombian Cooking Class and Market Tour In Bogota: $90
- Dinner and party at Andres Carne de Res DC: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florianopolis $26Bogota $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florianopolis
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Florianopolis's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Internet$0.59
Tours and Activities in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balneário Camboriú City Tour from Florianópolis: $35
- Bike Tour in Florianopolis - Sunset, Photography and History: $69
- Blumenau City Tour - departing from Florianópolis: $37
- Blumenau City Tour from Florianópolis: $38
- Bombinhas Beach and 4 Islands Tour: $22
- Florianópolis Full Day City Tour: $25
- Floripa City Tour by Bus - Whole Island - The Most Complete City Tour: $31
- Historic Center Walking Tour in Florianopolis with Local Bar Hop: $14
- Lagoinha do Leste Hiking and Photography Adventure : $41
- Mountain biking experiences in Florianópolis: $57
- Private Day Tour: Florianópolis Island with Professional Pictures: $154
- Private South Island Beaches and Lagoons Tour: $43
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:
- Bogotá Architecture Private Tour (6 Hrs.): $149
- 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
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $152
- 2 Day Tour in Barichara: $220
- 3 Day Desert of the Tatacoa, an unforgettable experience closer to the stars: $299
- 3 Hour Road Bike Shared Tour in Bogota: $80
- 3 days- private tour Chingaza-Guatavita Savannah Expedition: $60
- 3-4 Hours Tour in flight connection: $180
- 4 Hour Bogota Bike Tour: $36
- 4-Hours E-Bike Tour in Bogotá City, Colombia: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorianopolis $8.68Bogota $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florianopolis
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florianopolis from other travelers:
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Beer$0.59
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florianopolis and Bogota, we can see that Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florianopolis or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Florianopolis. When comparing the sizes of Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis or Bogota?
Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Florianopolis are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Florianopolis is generally much warmer than Bogotain July. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 25°C (76°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Florianopolis. In January, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Bogotain July. Florianopolis gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyFlorianopolis 25°C (76°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Florianopolis during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Florianopolis is much warmer than Bogota in the autumn. The daily temperature in Florianopolis averages around 22°C (71°F) in April, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in October.
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Florianopolis usually gets less rain in April than Bogotain October. Florianopolis gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberFlorianopolis 22°C (71°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Florianopolis and Bogota. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Florianopolis is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the winter temperatures in Florianopolis in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in January.
In July, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Bogotain January. Florianopolis gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryFlorianopolis 17°C (62°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Florianopolis as well as Bogota. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In October, Florianopolis is generally a little warmer than Bogotain April. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 20°C (68°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Florianopolis receives a lot of rain in the spring. Florianopolis usually gets more rain in October than Bogotain April. Florianopolis gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilFlorianopolis 20°C (68°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Florianopolis
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (76°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (71°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 95 mm (3.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (71°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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