Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Kingston?
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 Kingston or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston 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: Kingston or Bogota?
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
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 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 dayKingston $126Bogota $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $126, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $65. 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 Kingston and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Bogota $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Bogota $54
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Kingston 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: Kingston Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Bogota $9.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to or from Hotels in Falmouth Area: $173
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $49
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $25
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $45
- Private Transfer to and from Kingston International Airport: $73
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $198
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $264
- Private Transfer To & From New Kingston to Norman Manley Airport: $40
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast: $240
- Private Kingston Airport (KIN) Transfer for Kingston Hotels: $20
- Private Arrivals or Departures Transfer: Norman Manley Airport to Kingston: $150
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kingston International Airport to Hotel: $53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.82
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Taxi Ride$0.41
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2 Bus Passes$0.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer Bogota - Armored Tahoe: $119
- Airport Transfer Bogota - VAN Sprinter Mercedes Benz: $120
- Bogotá to or from Villa de Leyva Private Transfer: $97
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Bogota Premium private transfer: $10
- Bogota Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Bogota to Bogota Airport (BOG) - Departure Private Transfer: $18
- Bogota to or from Villavicencio Private Transfer: $94
- Downtown Hotels to Bogota Airport BOG Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.): $219
- Nemocón Salt Mine Full service: Guide, tickets and transfers: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Kingston 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 dayKingston $45Bogota $24
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.63
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Hot Dog$0.95
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
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $63
- Bogotá Local Food Tour - La Candelaria: $65
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $69
- Andres Carne de Res: Transportation, ticket, dinner & local guide: $136
- Bogotá Food Tour. Exotic Fruits and local Cuisine.: $161
- Food Tour in Square and Fruit Tasting with Lunch: $166
- Gastronomic Tour and Cooking Workshop: $213
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Bogota $14
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Kingston: $282
- Art Walk, Bob Marley Museum Kingston City Tour: $130
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Black River Safari Tour from Kingston: $272
- Blue Mountain Craighton Estate Coffee Tasting Tour / Devon House: $155
- Bluehole, Dunn's River Falls and Port Royal all in one tour: $690
- Bob Marley City Guided Tours: $95
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum and Kingston Sightseeing from Port Royal Cruise Port: $205
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $125
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$1.36
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: $5.90
- Traditional Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Bogotá: La Macarena to Parque Nacional Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $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
- Shared Walking Tour of Bogotá's Historic Center Candelaria: $14
- Bogota Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $14
- La Candelaria : The Best Tour of the Historic Center: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Bogota $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Worthy Park Estate Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting: $144
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
- 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 Kingston and Bogota, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kingston is in Caribbean Islands 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston 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 Kingston Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Kingston 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 Kingston or Bogota?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Kingston or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kingston as well as Bogota. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Kingston usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Bogota. Kingston gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Kingston is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kingston in July average around 29°C (83°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKingston 29°C (83°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Kingston are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bogota. It's quite rainy in Kingston. In October, Kingston usually receives more rain than Bogota. Kingston gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Kingston is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 28°C (82°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKingston 28°C (82°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Kingston during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Kingston usually gets less rain in January than Bogota. Kingston gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Kingston is much warmer than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Kingston averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKingston 26°C (79°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kingston and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Kingston usually receives less rain than Bogota. Kingston gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Kingston is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kingston in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKingston 26°C (80°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Kingston
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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