Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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: Vilnius or Bogota?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, 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 dayVilnius €94Bogota €48
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Bogota is €48. 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 Vilnius and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Bogota €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Bogota €48
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Bogota €8.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $215
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $215
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.23
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $645
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport€6.96
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Taxi Ride€0.36
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2 Bus Passes€0.82
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 Vilnius or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Bogota €12
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Typical Food Prices in Bogota
For Bogota, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast€1.45
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Hot Dog€0.84
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.Vilnius €9.72Bogota €12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $86
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $171
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $108
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $387
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $34
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $208
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $269
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $215
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $77
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€1.21
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 dayVilnius €6.38Bogota €13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
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 Vilnius and Bogota, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Bogota much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Bogota?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Bogota in the Summer?
Both Bogota and Vilnius during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In July, Vilnius is generally a little warmer than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Bogota. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Bogota. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vilnius is much colder than Bogota in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Bogota receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Bogota. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Bogota in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Bogota. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than Bogota. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Bogota. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Vilnius is generally much colder than Bogota. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Bogota. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bogota receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Bogota | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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.