Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Fortaleza?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fortaleza and Bogota can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.
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 Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Colombia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Fortaleza is $71, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $51. 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 Fortaleza and Bogota in more detail.
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Also for Fortaleza, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Fortaleza, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fortaleza.
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bogota's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fortaleza and Bogota, we can see that Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Fortaleza. When comparing the sizes of Fortaleza 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.
Fortaleza has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bogota experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fortaleza and Bogota. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Bogotain July. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Fortaleza gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Bogotain July. Fortaleza gets 119 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Fortaleza as well as Bogota. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Fortaleza is much warmer than Bogota in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fortaleza averages around 27°C (80°F) in April, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Fortaleza receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Fortaleza usually gets more rain in April than Bogotain October. Fortaleza gets 356 mm (14 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Bogota and Fortaleza are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Fortaleza is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fortaleza in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in January.
In July, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Bogotain January. Fortaleza gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Bogota and Fortaleza during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In October, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Bogotain April. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Fortaleza usually gets less rain in October than Bogotain April. Fortaleza gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Fortaleza | Bogota | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 356 mm (14 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
May | 27°C (80°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Jun | 26°C (80°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |