Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Perth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Perth 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 Perth and Bogota can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Perth or Bogota?
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
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 Adventure Tours to Australia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia, 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 dayPerth $133Bogota $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Perth is $133, 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 Perth and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPerth $76Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPerth $152Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Perth and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Perth 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: Perth Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Perth $25Bogota $8.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Perth City Hotels to Fremantle Cruise Port : $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $33
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $221
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Perth Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Perth city: $67
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $59
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Business Car: $76
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth : $258
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 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 Perth or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Perth 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 dayPerth $36Bogota $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $79
- American BBQ Food Tour: $79
- Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $112
- Swan River Dinner Cruise with Beverages: $112
- Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Experience a Small Group Tour: $116
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $116
- Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $142
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $159
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.Perth $14Bogota $13
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- 1 Day Margaret River Sightseeing Tour from Perth: $131
- 2 Hours Whale Watching Tour in Fremantle: $50
- Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $102
- Best of Fremantle 2-Hour Walking Tour: $30
- Bickley Valley Wine & Cider Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $132
- Caversham Wildlife and Swan Valley Private Tour: $297
- City Tour Perth & Fremantle & Swan River: $126
- Cliffs and Caves Kayak Tour in Swan River: $59
- Coffee, Culture, and Art Tour of Perth: $33
- Design Your Own Tour Experience: $264
- Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour: $91
- Dolphin, Penguin and Sea Lion Cruise: $56
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:
- 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 dayPerth $7.54Bogota $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Little Creatures Brewery Tours : $17
- Half Day Swan Valley Wine Tour: $63
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $63
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $65
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $76
- Small-Group Gin Distillery Tour in Perth: $89
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $92
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $129
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 Perth and Bogota, we can see that Perth is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Perth is in Pacific 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 Perth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Perth 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 Perth Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Perth or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Perth. When comparing the sizes of Perth 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 Perth or Bogota?
Perth 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 Perth or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Perth and Bogota. The beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Perth this time of year. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Perth is much warmer than Bogota in the summer. The daily temperature in Perth averages around 25°C (76°F) in January, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in July.
In January, Perth usually receives less rain than Bogotain July. Perth gets 7 mm (0.3 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 January and JulyPerth 25°C (76°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Perth or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Perth as well as Bogota. Many travelers come to Perth for the shopping scene. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In the autumn, Perth is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Perth in April average around 19°C (67°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Perth usually gets less rain in April than Bogotain October. Perth gets 40 mm (1.6 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 April and OctoberPerth 19°C (67°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Perth or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Perth are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Perth in the winter 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.
In July, Perth is generally around the same temperature as Bogotain January. Daily temperatures in Perth average around 13°C (55°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Perth. In July, Perth usually receives more rain than Bogotain January. Perth gets 170 mm (6.7 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 July and JanuaryPerth 13°C (55°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Perth or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Perth during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Perth for the beaches during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Perth is around the same temperature as Bogota in the spring. The daily temperature in Perth averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
Perth usually gets less rain in October than Bogotain April. Perth gets 62 mm (2.4 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 October and AprilPerth 17°C (62°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Perth
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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