Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Glasgow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Glasgow or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Glasgow or Bogota, 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: Glasgow or Bogota?
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
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 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, 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 dayGlasgow £144Bogota £41
The average daily cost (per person) in Glasgow is £144, while the average daily cost in Bogota is £41. 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 Glasgow and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGlasgow £74Bogota £20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGlasgow £148Bogota £40
Compare Hotels in Glasgow and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Glasgow 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: Glasgow Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Glasgow £27Bogota £6.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Transfer Glasgow Airport(GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort: $208
- Private Transfer from Glasgow City Hotels to Greenock Cruise Port: $85
- Private One Way Transfer Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh City Centre: $222
- Private Airport Transfer from and to Glasgow : $120
- Private 1-Way/Roundtrip Transfer to Glasgow Airport: $173
- Easy Bus Transfer Between Airport and City Center: $13
- Arrivals Airport Transfer to City Accommodations: $55
- Glasgow to Stirling Luxury Car Transfer: $203
- Glasgow to Inverness Direct transfer: $784
- Glasgow to Gleneagles Luxury Car Transfer: $242
- Glasgow hotels to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow city centre to Glasgow (GLA) Airport: $64
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport£5.83
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Taxi Ride£0.30
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2 Bus Passes£0.69
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 Glasgow or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Glasgow 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 dayGlasgow £45Bogota £10
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market£1.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast£1.21
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Hot Dog£0.71
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.Glasgow £22Bogota £10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)£12
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Two Bike Rental£34
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- 1.5hr Glasgow Necropolis Tour: The City of the Dead: $68
- 2 Hour Football Walking Tour in Glasgow : $25
- 2-Day Highlands and Loch Ness Tour from Glasgow: $261
- 3 Day Outlander Tour: $255
- 3 Hours Private City Glasgow Walking Tour: $273
- 3-Hour Private Glasgow Essentials Tour: $285
- Celtic Park Tour & Dine Package: $53
- City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Discover Glasgow's Finest - Private Walking Tour: $516
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Executive Scottish Lowlands Tour: $1,129
- From Glasgow, Edinburgh: Outlander Private Tour: $1,035
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£1.01
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 dayGlasgow £15Bogota £11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine£12
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie£3.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
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 Glasgow and Bogota, we can see that Glasgow is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Glasgow is in Europe 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow 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 Glasgow Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Glasgow or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Glasgow 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 Glasgow or Bogota?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Glasgow and Bogota. The summer months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Glasgow is around the same temperature as Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Glasgow in July average around 15°C (59°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
In July, Glasgow usually receives more rain than Bogota. Glasgow gets 99 mm (3.9 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 JulyGlasgow 15°C (59°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Glasgow as well as Bogota. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Glasgow this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In October, Glasgow is generally cooler than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Glasgow average around 10°C (49°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Glasgow receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Glasgow usually gets more rain in October than Bogota. Glasgow gets 163 mm (6.4 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 OctoberGlasgow 10°C (49°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Glasgow are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Glasgow. Glasgow is much colder than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Glasgow averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Glasgow. In January, Glasgow usually receives more rain than Bogota. Glasgow gets 165 mm (6.5 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 JanuaryGlasgow 3°C (38°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Glasgow during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Glasgow in the spring for the activities around the city. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the spring, Glasgow is much colder than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Glasgow in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Glasgow usually gets less rain in April than Bogota. Glasgow gets 78 mm (3.1 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 AprilGlasgow 7°C (45°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Glasgow
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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