Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Istanbul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Istanbul or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul 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: Istanbul or Bogota?
Istanbul
Istanbul is strategically located on the Bosphorus and is split between Europe and Asia. It truly is a city where east meets west. Istanbul is the cultural and financial hub of Turkey, and also the most populous city. The sites are countless and there's something for everybody, whether you're interested in art, music, food, or adventure. You can pass many days exploring both the residential and commercial pockets of this city. Much of the appeal is hidden away along back alleys or within corner shops.
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 in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, 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 dayIstanbul $159Bogota $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $159, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $69. 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 Istanbul and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $74Bogota $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $148Bogota $58
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul 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: Istanbul Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Istanbul $35Bogota $9.71
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Metro Cards$4.59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $52
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $87
- İstanbul Airport Transfer: $51
- istanbul airport transfer: $37
- istanbul Airport Transfer: $49
- Viaport Aquapark Ticket with Optional Hotel Transfer: $65
- Trusted Istanbul Airport Transfer to city center: $41
- Troy Full-Day Guided Tour incl. Transfer, Ferry Tickets w/Lunch: $146
- Transfer from Hotels to Airports in Istanbul by Private Eco-Sedan: $50
- Transfer Istanbul City Center to Istanbul Ataturk Airport: $28
- Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfers to Kadikoy hotels: $58
- Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfers to Besiktas hotels: $76
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$8.37
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Taxi Ride$0.44
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2 Bus Passes$0.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Private Transfer: El Dorado Airport → Bogota Hotels SUV 24hrs: $9.99
- Bogota Premium private transfer: $10
- Bogota Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport: $13
- Bogota to Bogota Airport (BOG) - Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Private Hotel to Airport Transfer service in Bogota: $18
- Private Departure Transfer: Bogotá Hotel to El Dorado Airport BOG: $20
- Downtown Hotels to Bogota Airport BOG Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Private Transfer from Aeropurto to Bogota Hotels: $25
- VIP Transfer to Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita from Bogota: $44
- Private Bogota Airport drop-off Transfer: $59
- Private Bogota Airport transfer to your Hotel: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Istanbul or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Istanbul 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 dayIstanbul $59Bogota $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour: $23
- Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Optional 4 Course Dinner: $25
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience: $28
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show Private Table: $29
- Mega Lüfer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show with Private Table: $30
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show in Istanbul: $30
- Istanbul Night Life : Bosphorus Dinner Cruise - Unlimited Drinks: $31
- Bosphorus Evening Cruise: Dinner, Live Shows & Private Table: $31
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show: $33
- Istanbul Turkish Coffee Cooking and Tasting with Locals at Home: $33
- Luxury Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkis Night Show in Istanbul: $34
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show: $34
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.74
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Hot Dog$1.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 4h Cooking Class in Bogota with 10 Recipes and Bottomless Drinks: $55
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $55
- Bogotá Local Food Tour - La Candelaria: $65
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $69
- Food Tour in Historic Downtown with a Food Scholar and Tastings: $75
- Cooking Class with Market Visit and Lunch: $90
- Food Tour in Local Markets (Bogota): $95
- Gastronomic Tour and Cooking Workshop: $213
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Istanbul $39Bogota $15
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- "Classic Wonders" Tour: $117
- "Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure": $149
- 1 Istanbul Tour: Highlights, Street Food & Hidden Pearls: $280
- 1 or 2 Day Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $72
- 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL: $130
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $295
- 1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour: $240
- 10 Tastings of Istanbul Foodie Tour: $105
- 2 Hours Bosphorus Cruise ((MORNING TOUR)): $23
- 2 Hours Bosphorus Cruise with Audio Guide: $14
- 2 Hours Small Group Guided Bosphorus Luxury Yacht Cruise: $33
- 2-Hour Scenic Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul Throughout the Day: $12
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$1.45
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Bogotá with Audio Guide: $5.83
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Traditional Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Bogotá: La Macarena to Parque Nacional Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Botanical Garden José Celestino Mutis Photo Tour in Bogota: $6.30
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Paranormal Candelaria: $6.72
- El Septimazo Walking Tour Centro Bogotá Grupal: $10
- Armed Conflict and Violence Tour in Bogotá, Colombia: $12
- Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
- La Candelaria : The Best Tour of the Historic Center: $14
- Shared Walking Tour of Bogotá's Historic Center Candelaria: $14
- Bogota Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIstanbul $11Bogota $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Istanbul
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
- Istanbul Pub Crawl: Bars, Dancefloors, & Beyond: $18
- Pub Crawler VIP Entry Rooftop Bars&Clubs with Party Bus: $27
- Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience: $28
- Istanbul Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus in Sultanahmet and Taksim: $30
- Istanbul Wine Tasting at Home with Local Family: $78
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries: $209
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Pub CrawL la Candelaria/Bogotá Español: $29
- Pub Crawl in Bogotá: $29
- Drinking Games Party Bus 1H Open Bar Pub Crawl to 4 to 6 Clubs: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Bogota, we can see that Istanbul is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Istanbul 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 Istanbul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Istanbul 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 Istanbul Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Istanbul or Bogota?
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 57% larger than the population of Bogota. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul 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 Istanbul or Bogota?
Istanbul 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 Istanbul or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Istanbul during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Istanbul because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Istanbul is much warmer than Bogota in the summer. The daily temperature in Istanbul averages around 24°C (74°F) in July, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Istanbul usually gets less rain in July than Bogota. Istanbul gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIstanbul 24°C (74°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Istanbul and Bogota. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Istanbul this time of year. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Istanbul is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Istanbul in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Bogota. Istanbul gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIstanbul 16°C (61°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Istanbul as well as Bogota. Many travelers come to Istanbul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In January, Istanbul is generally much colder than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Istanbul average around 6°C (43°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Istanbul usually gets more rain in January than Bogota. Istanbul gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIstanbul 6°C (43°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Istanbul are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Istanbul in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Istanbul is cooler than Bogota in the spring. The daily temperature in Istanbul averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In April, Istanbul usually receives less rain than Bogota. Istanbul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIstanbul 13°C (55°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Istanbul
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.