Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Pereira?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pereira or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Pereira and Bogota. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Pereira or Bogota?
Pereira
Situated in a small valley in the western Andes, Pereira is the capital city of Risaralda, Colombia. The city is surrounded by coffee producing agriculture and sits in the middle of a triangle of cities including Bogota, Medillin and Cali, each of which is about a three to five hour drive away.
The city itself is very much student oriented, as there are many universities around town and at least one quarter of the population is made up of students. There is also a very European vibe to the city and you will find the area beautiful with many parks and museums.
Pereira's economy is based on government, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, trade, commerce, and tourism. Agricultural products include sugarcane, cacao, rubber, cereals, coffee, and livestock. Apparel is the main manufacturing product, along with aluminium goods, motorcycles and telecommunications technology.
Pereira is found in a warm moorland area with an average temperature of around 72 degrees. The temperatures remain relatively consistent throughout the year with highs in the high 70s Fahrenheit to low 80s Fahrenheit. Low temperatures are usually in the low 60s Fahrenheit. Rain is heaviest during the months of April and May as well as October and November.
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, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, The Best Eco Tours in Colombia, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Colombia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPereira $61Bogota $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Pereira is $61, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $49. 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 Pereira and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPereira $25Bogota $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPereira $50Bogota $50
Compare Hotels in Pereira and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Pereira 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: Pereira Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pereira $19Bogota $8.21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pereira
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Pereira are as follows:
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Short Taxi Ride$1.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pereira
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pereira:
- One-Way Private Transfer from Matecaña Airport: $11
- Pereira to Salento (or vice versa) Private Transfer: $62
- Pereira to Armenia (or vice versa) - Private Transfer: $68
- Pereira Airport(PEI)to Santa Rosa Cabal- Arrival Private Transfer: $64
- Pereira Airport to Pereira (or vice versa) Private Transfer: $16
- One way transfer from Pereira to Salento AND/OR Salento to Pereira: $43
- Manizales Arrival or Departure Transfer: Matecaña Intl Airport: $41
- Manizales Arrival or Departure Transfer: Matecaña Airport: $43
- Manizales Arrival or Departure Transfer La Nubia Airport: $20
- Private Transfer Pereira to Salento (or vice versa): $62
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.07
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Taxi Ride$0.37
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2 Bus Passes$0.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bogota
Also for Bogota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Andres Carne de Res Chia • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Arrival Private Transfer Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Business Car: $119
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota City by Minibus: $124
- Arrival Transfer from Bogota Airport BOG to Bogota by MiniSuv: $66
- Bogotá Graffiti Bike Tour - No Transfers: $80
- Bogotá to or from Villavieja or Tatacoa Desert Private Transfer: $167
- Bogota Airport (BOG) to Downtown Round-Trip Private Transfer: $49
- Departure Private Transfer Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Luxury Van: $134
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minibus: $124
- Departure Private Transfer from Bogota City to Bogota Airport BOG in Minivan: $89
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $149
- Premium Private Transfer from Bogota Hotels to El Dorado Airport: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Pereira or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Pereira 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 dayPereira $22Bogota $13
Typical Food Prices in Pereira
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pereira:
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Hamburger$1.59
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$1.47
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Hot Dog$0.86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in Bogotá with Tastings: $45
- 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
- Bogotá Food Tour - La Candelaria: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pereira $17Bogota $12
Tours and Activities in Pereira
Here are a few actual costs in Pereira for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Tour Historic Center of Manizales in Caldas: $46
- Cocoa (chocolate) and Coffee Tours from Pereira or Armenia: $175
- Cocora Valley and Salento Hike Tour: $88
- Cocora Valley and Salento Horseback Riding Day Tour: $137
- Cocora Valley, Salento and Coffee Farm Day Tour : $127
- Cocora Valley, Salento and Filandia Full-Day Private Tour: $246
- Cocora, Salento and Coffee Experience: $251
- Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour with Lunch: $87
- Coffee Farm and Santa Rosa Hot Springs Tour from Pereira or Armenia: $151
- Coffee Tour at the Finca del Café: $40
- Coffee Tour, Sighting Pereira: $125
- Eco-Park Recinto del Pensamiento Tour: $84
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$1.23
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Theatron Party-Tour, 19 Clubs, Map, cocktail, bottle, After-party: $5.00
- 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
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I : $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part II: $6.99
- Graffiti Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $13
- Shared Tour of the Historic Candelaria in Bogotá: $13
- Tour of the Colombian Armed Conflict: war, drug trafficking and peace: $13
- Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $14
- Walking Tour through Candelaria: $14
- Full Day Tour to the Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPereira $13Bogota $13
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pereira and Bogota, we can see that Pereira 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 Pereira would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pereira 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 Pereira Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pereira or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pereira. When comparing the sizes of Pereira 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.
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.