Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manila or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Manila and Bogota can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Bogota?
Manila
A sprawling metropolis that is home to more than 12 million people, Manila is one huge, misunderstood concrete jungle, full of diverse cultures, traffic, pollution, restaurants, shopping malls, noise and nightlife. If you're looking to soak in culture and feel the vibe of a place rather than seeking a city that specifically caters to tourists, Manila is the place to be. Capital of the Philippines, Manila is also the center for education, business, and transportation.
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 Eco Tours in Philippines, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, 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 dayManila $93Bogota $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $93, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $52. 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 Manila and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Manila and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Manila 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: Manila Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Bogota $8.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- ⭐ Manila International Airport Car Transfer To & From City⭐: $73
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila APT-HTL (MNL) : $30
- Tagaytay + Hidden Valley Springs: A Scenic Escape w/ Transfers: $200
- Round-trip Coron Airport Transfer + Town Tour (Shared): $31
- Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nido Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Clark Airport (CRK) to Subic Bay Port: $46
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $68
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.42
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Taxi Ride$0.39
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2 Bus Passes$0.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Private Bogota airport pick up transfer service: $20
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
- Bogota Airport BOG to Downtown Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Private Arrival Transfer : From Airport to Bogotá Hotels : $31
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Manila 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 dayManila $18Bogota $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Night Market and food tour Experience: $58
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $64
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $69
- Food Tour at the World's Oldest Chinatown: $75
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience with Mari: $82
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila: $145
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.54
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Hot Dog$0.90
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.Manila $19Bogota $13
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $188
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $73
- Corregidor daytour Via Manila to Bataan: $298
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $80
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- From 4-Day Sagada and Banaue Rice Terraces Tour: $342
- From Day Tour to Enchanting Hidden Valley: $160
- From Majestic Pagsanjan Falls Adventure: $160
- From Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $107
- From Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour: $150
- From Taal Volcano Island & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $135
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$1.29
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Party Tour: 6 nightclubs, Disco-Truck, After Party, 2 openbars: $2.95
- Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Monserrate Regular Tickets: $11
- Bike Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $12
- Graffiti Tour: a fascinating walk through a street art City: $13
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Alternative tour of Bogotá: gastronomic and cultural: $19
- Bike Tour through Bogotá: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.88Bogota $14
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 Manila and Bogota, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manila is in Asia 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 Manila would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manila 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 Manila Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Bogota?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Bogota. When comparing the sizes of Manila 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 Manila 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 Manila or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Manila during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Bogota. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Manila is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Manila or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Bogota. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Manila or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Bogota. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Bogota. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Manila is much warmer than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Manila or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Bogota. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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