Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Sarajevo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo 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: Sarajevo or Bogota?
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
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 Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, 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 daySarajevo $71Bogota $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Sarajevo is $71, 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 Sarajevo and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSarajevo $27Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSarajevo $54Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Sarajevo and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Sarajevo 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: Sarajevo Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sarajevo $7.09Bogota $8.61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Neum: $178
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Belgrade: $290
- Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $252
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Kotor+Herzegovina tour: $127
- Split Private Transfer Service: $301
- Private Transfer to and from Sarajevo Airport: $25
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Split: $323
- Dubrovnik Private Transfer Service: $301
- Airport transfers and all other transfers 4 people: $27
- Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $205
- Sarajevo to/from Zagreb Transfer Day Tour (North-central Bosnia): $154
- Sarajevo to/from Dubrovnik Transfer Tour via Mostar & Herzegovina: $143
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:
- Transfer in private SUV from Bogota City - Bogota Airport (BOG): $18
- Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogota (one way): $15
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Hotels in Bogota: $12
- Private Transfer from Bogotá-El Dorado (BOG) Airport to Bogotá City: $33
- Private Transfer El Dorado Airport to Hotels in Bogotá: $20
- Private Salt Cathedral and Nemocón Salt Mines + In & out Transfer + (8 hours): $242
- Private Bogota airport pick up transfer service: $20
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: El Dorado Airport (One Way): $13
- Private Arrival Transfer : From Airport to Bogotá Hotels : $31
- Premium Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $21
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG) - Private Round trip transfer Bogota: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Sarajevo or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Sarajevo 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 daySarajevo $31Bogota $13
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $54
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
- The 10 Tastings of Sarajevo Private Food Tour : $144
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.Sarajevo $12Bogota $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.71
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 hours Small Group Old Town of Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Tour Guide: $13
- 4-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour with Food Tastings and Craft Experience: $44
- 8 to 9 Hours Daily Tour To Travnik and Jajce From Sarajevo: $104
- BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology): $65
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Half-Day Tour from Sarajevo: $81
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Tour from Sarajevo: $80
- Bijambare Cave Tour : $44
- Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour: $45
- Bosnia's Treasures: 7-Day Private Tour: $1,318
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Sarajevo, Vranduk, Tesanj, Srebrenik: $143
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $134
- Bosnian Kingdom Capitals: Travnik & Jajce Tour from Sarajevo: $142
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 daySarajevo $7.41Bogota $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $71
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 Sarajevo and Bogota, we can see that Sarajevo is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sarajevo is in Europe 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sarajevo or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Sarajevo. When comparing the sizes of Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo or Bogota?
Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Sarajevo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Sarajevo in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Sarajevo is generally much warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 26°C (78°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In July, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Bogota. Sarajevo gets 49 mm (1.9 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 JulySarajevo 26°C (78°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Bogota in the Autumn?
Both Bogota and Sarajevo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Sarajevo for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
Sarajevo is a little warmer than Bogota in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Bogota gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in October than Bogota. Sarajevo gets 153 mm (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 OctoberSarajevo 17°C (62°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarajevo and Bogota. The winter months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Sarajevo is much colder than Bogota. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sarajevo in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Sarajevo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Bogota. Sarajevo gets 148 mm (5.8 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 JanuarySarajevo 6°C (42°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Bogota in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sarajevo as well as Bogota. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In April, Sarajevo is generally around the same temperature as Bogota. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 14°C (58°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in April than Bogota. Sarajevo gets 127 mm (5 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 AprilSarajevo 14°C (58°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Sarajevo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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