Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Bogota?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Bogota can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Rabat or Bogota?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
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 Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, 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 dayRabat $43Bogota $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, 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 Rabat and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Rabat 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Bogota $8.61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Rabat to Tangier: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $116
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $176
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $139
- Guided City Tour with Transfers: $118
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
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 Rabat or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Bogota $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
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.Rabat $2.83Bogota $13
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $132
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,924
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $720
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,397
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
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 dayRabat -Bogota $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 Rabat and Bogota, we can see that Bogota is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Bogota would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bogota than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Rabat 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 Rabat or Bogota?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Rabat or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Bogota. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Bogota. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Rabat is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Bogota. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Bogota. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Rabat is a little warmer than Bogota in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than Bogota. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Rabat is around the same temperature as Bogota. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Rabat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Bogota. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Rabat is generally around the same temperature as Bogota. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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