Which place is cheaper, Bogota or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Montevideo 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 Montevideo 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: Montevideo or Bogota?
Montevideo
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
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 Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, 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 dayMontevideo $70Bogota $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $70, while the average daily cost in Bogota is $61. 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 Montevideo and Bogota in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $38Bogota $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $76Bogota $52
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Bogota
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo 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: Montevideo Hotel Prices and Bogota Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $7.06Bogota $8.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Punta del Este from Montevideo / Punta to Montevideo: $112
- Transfer from the Hotel in Montevideo to Montevideo airport: $60
- Transfer from Montevideo to Punta del Este: $328
- Transfer from Montevideo to Colonia del Sacramento: $438
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $90
- Roundtrip Transfer Montevideo Airport (MVD) - Punta del Este: $210
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Montevideo Airport (MVD): $42
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- Private Transfer from Montevideo hotels to Punta Del Este Port: $275
- Private Transfer from Montevideo city to Montevideo Cruise Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bogota
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bogota are as follows:
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Taxi from Airport$7.39
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Taxi Ride$0.38
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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
- Layover Bogotá Private Tour + Transfer in & Out (4 Hrs.) : $179
- Private Visit to Zipaquira's Town & Salt Cathedral + In&Out Transfer + (6 hours): $176
- Bogota to or from Villavicencio Private Transfer: $94
- Private Bogota Airport drop-off Transfer: $59
- Private Arrival Transfer : From Airport to Bogotá Hotels : $36
- Bogota Airport (BOG) to Bogota - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $36
- Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita: Private Transfer from Bogota: $34
- El Dorado Airport Transfer: Direct to Your Hotel or Accommodation: $30
- Private Transfer DE Bogota Airport: $30
- Private One Way Transfer: Bogota Airport (BOG) from/to Bogota: $30
- Private Transfer from El Dorado Airport to Bogota Hotels: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Bogota?
Prices for flights to both Bogota and Montevideo 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 dayMontevideo $22Bogota $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Show + Dinner - El Milongon (No Transport): $93
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $98
- Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $107
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $108
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:
- Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $49
- PALOQUEMAO MARKET FOOD TOUR. EXOTIC FRUIT. LOCAL SNACKS. /Min 2 pax: $55
- Food Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: $60
- Flavors of Colombia: Chapinero Street Food Tour: $73
- Food Tour in Historic Downtown with a Food Scholar and Tastings: $75
- Colombian Cooking Class in Bogota with a Local Chef: $102
- Tropical Abundance: Interactive Cooking Class in Bogota: $176
- Bogotá Food Tour. Exotic Fruits and local Cuisine.: $180
- Gastronomic Tour and Cooking Workshop: $213
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $20Bogota $13
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $60
- Punta del Este, City Tour from Montevideo: $140
- Afternoon Tea Experience at Sofitel Montevideo Carrasco & Spa: $29
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Best City Shared Tour for Cruisers: $65
- Best Private Tour of Montevideo for cruise-ship passengers: $450
- Bodega Santa Rosa: Famiglia Passadore Tour Tasting with Lunch: $86
- Bouza Winery Full Experience (Tasting and Lunch): $180
- City Tour of Montevideo: $40
- City Tour, the best option for small groups: $120
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Colonia & Montevideo from Buenos Aires - Private 2 Day Tour: $1,560
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$1.28
Tours and Activities in Bogota
For Bogota, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bogota Private Tour with Monserrate, Museums, Food & Tasting Cafe: $43
- Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch: $69
- Lake Guatavitá Private Day Tour: $243
- Salt Cathedral Zipaquira - Group tour and daily departure: $79
- *Private tour* to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine: $168
- 3-Hour Walking Tour and Musical Picnic in the Heart of Ibague: $23
- 3h 30 -Hour StopOver—Walking Tour: Bogota Historical Center: $54
- 4-hour Comprehensive Private Emerald Tour in Bogota: $59
- 5 hour Bogotá City & Monserrate Hill Tour: $138
- All-inclusive Monserrate experience : $69
- Armed Conflict and Violence Tour in Bogotá, Colombia: $12
- Basic City Tour: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Bogota $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $116
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $225
- Montevideo Wine Tour with Tasting and Lunch: $226
- Wine Tasting Tour for Cruise Passengers: $450
Sample the Local Flavors in Bogota
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bogota:
- Thursday Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia: $25
When comparing the travel costs between Montevideo and Bogota, we can see that Montevideo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montevideo Expensive? and Is Bogota Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Bogota?
Bogota has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Montevideo. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo 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 Montevideo or Bogota?
Montevideo 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 Montevideo or Bogota in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Bogota. Bogota attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Montevideo is much warmer than Bogota. Typically, the summer temperatures in Montevideo in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Bogota averages at about 14°C (57°F)in July.
In January, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Bogotain July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 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 JulyMontevideo 24°C (75°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Bogota in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Bogota. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bogota throughout the year.
In April, Montevideo is generally a little warmer than Bogotain October. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 17°C (63°F), and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Bogota. Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Montevideo usually gets less rain in April than Bogotain October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 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 OctoberMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Bogota in the Winter?
Both Bogota and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Bogota because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Montevideo is cooler than Bogota in the winter. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 11°C (52°F) in July, and Bogota fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in January.
In July, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Bogotain January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 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 July and JanuaryMontevideo 11°C (52°F)Bogota 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Bogota in the Spring?
Both Bogota and Montevideo during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bogota year-round.
In the spring, Montevideo is a little warmer than Bogota. Typically, the spring temperatures in Montevideo in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Bogota averages at about 15°C (59°F)in April.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually gets more rain in October than Bogotain April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 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 AprilMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Bogota 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Bogota and Montevideo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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