Colombia prices 2024
What are the prices in Colombia?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Colombia?
Roberto Moore recently visited Colombia and prepared this article about prices in Colombia.Find out about average prices in Colombia, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.
What currency is used in Colombia?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Colombia is Colombian Peso (COP).1$ (peso) is divided into 100 centavo.There are 8 different coins: $5, $10, $20, $50, $100, $200, $500, $1000.There are 6 different bank notes with the following values: $1000, $2000, $5000, $10000, $20000, $50000.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: $50000, $20000.The current exchange rate of Colombian Peso (COP) is: $1 USD = 4,200 COP. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 4,206.26COP Colombian Peso (COP)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 4,676.24COP Colombian Peso (COP)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 5,536.62COP Colombian Peso (COP)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 46.00COP Colombian Peso (COP)
Is Colombia an expensive country?
Prices of basic products in Colombia are lower than in United States.You have to pay 2.25 times less for shopping in Colombia than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Colombia range from: 17USD (70,000COP) in hostel to 31USD (130,000COP) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Colombia is about 11,000USD (48,849,000COP).
Using public transport in Colombia comes at a cost of: 0.69USD (2,900COP) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Colombia (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 24,000USD (104,983,000COP).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Colombia depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 1.40USD (6,000COP).For 1 km ride in Colombia you have to pay about: 1.70USD (7,000COP).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Colombia
Colombia Prices 2020
Cost of living in Colombia is:
- 2.63 times lower than in Washington
- 2.17 times lower than in Jacksonville
- 2.08 times lower than in Houston
- 2.25 times lower than in Oklahoma City
- 3.13 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Colombia?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Colombia you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.10USD (4,600COP)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 4.50USD (19,000COP)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 1.70USD (7,100COP)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 9.60USD (40,000COP)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 8.30USD (35,000COP)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Colombia?
If you want to spend a week in Colombia the cost of your stay will be:
- 253USD (1,062,000COP) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Colombia
- 202USD (847,000COP) - a budget travel for 7 days in Colombia
- 416USD (1,751,000COP) for a one week of comfortable stay in Colombia
- 81,000USD (344,239,000COP) for a week of luxury holidays in Colombia
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Colombia? What is the average cost of lunch in Colombia?
In Colombia, a typical fast food meal costs: 5.90USD (25,000COP) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 1.80USD (7,500COP) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 1.40USD (6,000COP) and espresso 1.00USD (4,200COP).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Colombia?
Cigarettes are cheaper in Colombia than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 1.80USD (7,600COP).For more famous brands such: Marlboro, Kent, Dunhill you have to pay about 2.30USD (9,500COP).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Colombia.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Colombia.
Currency: Colombian Peso
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How much is a hotel in Colombia?
Average hotel price in Colombia is 11.94 times bigger than average price in United States
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| Average hotel price in Colombia is: | 4,201,170 COP | 999 USD | 898 EURO | 91,339 RUB |
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| Hostels prices in Colombia are around: | 70,833 COP | 17 USD | 15 EURO | 1,540 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Colombia is around: | 27,130 COP | 6 USD | 6 EURO | 590 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Colombia is around: | 116,976 COP | 28 USD | 25 EURO | 2,543 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Colombia is around: | 130,562 COP | 31 USD | 28 EURO | 2,839 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Colombia is around: | 3,974,285 COP | 945 USD | 850 EURO | 86,406 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Colombia is around: | 48,849,863 COP | 11,614 USD | 10,446 EURO | 1,062,060 RUB |
How much does it cost to rent a car in Colombia?
Car rental average prices in Colombia
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 65USD (273,000COP) |
| Car Mini | 32USD (134,000COP) |
| Economy car | 35USD (147,000COP) |
| Compact car | 54USD (227,000COP) |
| SUV | 102USD (429,000COP) |
Is food expensive in Colombia? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Colombia?
Prices in restaurants in Colombia.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 18,000 COP (11,000-35,000) | 4.30 USD (2.80-8.30) | 3.80 EUR (2.50-7.50) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 100,000 COP (65,000-200,000) | 24 USD (15-48) | 21 EUR (14-43) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 25,000 COP (22,000-32,000) | 5.90 USD (5.20-7.60) | 5.30 EUR (4.70-6.80) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 5,000 COP (2,700-10,000) | 1.20 USD (0.64-2.40) | 1.10 EUR (0.58-2.10) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 9,000 COP (6,000-15,000) | 2.10 USD (1.40-3.60) | 1.90 EUR (1.30-3.20) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 3,200 COP (2,500-5,000) | 0.78 USD (0.59-1.20) | 0.70 EUR (0.53-1.10) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 2,400 COP (2,000-4,500) | 0.59 USD (0.48-1.10) | 0.53 EUR (0.43-0.96) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 6,000 COP (3,000-9,000) | 1.40 USD (0.71-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (0.64-1.90) |
| Espresso Coffee | 4,200 COP (2,100-6,300) | 1.00 USD (0.50-1.50) | 0.91 EUR (0.45-1.30) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 7,500 COP (6,600-9,600) | 1.80 USD (1.60-2.30) | 1.60 EUR (1.40-2.10) |
Can you eat cheaply in Colombia?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Colombia?
Prices in supermarkets in Colombia.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 4,600 COP (3,000-6,900) | 1.10 USD (0.71-1.60) | 0.99 EUR (0.64-1.50) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 5,400 COP (3,000-9,200) | 1.30 USD (0.71-2.20) | 1.20 EUR (0.64-2.00) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 8,600 COP (5,400-12,000) | 2.00 USD (1.30-3.00) | 1.80 EUR (1.20-2.70) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 19,000 COP (9,000-37,000) | 4.50 USD (2.10-8.80) | 4.10 EUR (1.90-7.90) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 3,100 COP (1,500-5,000) | 0.74 USD (0.36-1.20) | 0.67 EUR (0.32-1.10) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 35,000 COP (16,000-60,000) | 8.30 USD (3.80-14) | 7.50 EUR (3.40-13) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 4,100 COP (2,500-6,000) | 0.98 USD (0.59-1.40) | 0.88 EUR (0.53-1.30) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 7,100 COP (4,000-12,000) | 1.70 USD (0.95-2.90) | 1.50 EUR (0.86-2.60) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 9,500 COP (8,000-12,000) | 2.30 USD (1.90-2.90) | 2.00 EUR (1.70-2.60) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 21,000 COP (9,500-32,000) | 5.00 USD (2.30-7.60) | 4.50 EUR (2.00-6.80) |
| Apples (1kg) | 9,800 COP (3,700-15,000) | 2.40 USD (0.89-3.60) | 2.10 EUR (0.80-3.30) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 5,100 COP (2,000-11,000) | 1.20 USD (0.48-2.60) | 1.10 EUR (0.43-2.40) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 4,300 COP (2,000-7,900) | 1.00 USD (0.48-1.90) | 0.93 EUR (0.43-1.70) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 3,100 COP (1,500-5,000) | 0.76 USD (0.36-1.20) | 0.68 EUR (0.32-1.10) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 4,700 COP (2,600-8,000) | 1.10 USD (0.62-1.90) | 1.00 EUR (0.56-1.70) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 5,200 COP (2,000-8,000) | 1.20 USD (0.48-1.90) | 1.10 EUR (0.43-1.70) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 4,100 COP (2,500-10,000) | 0.99 USD (0.59-2.40) | 0.89 EUR (0.53-2.10) |
| Onions (1kg) | 4,500 COP (2,000-7,000) | 1.10 USD (0.48-1.70) | 0.97 EUR (0.43-1.50) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 32,000 COP (15,000-50,000) | 7.70 USD (3.60-12) | 6.90 EUR (3.20-11) |
| Pears (1kg) | 11,000 COP (4,400-18,000) | 2.80 USD (1.10-4.40) | 2.50 EUR (0.96-3.90) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 2,800 COP (1,100-4,400) | 0.68 USD (0.26-1.00) | 0.61 EUR (0.24-0.94) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 2,000 COP (1,000-3,300) | 0.50 USD (0.24-0.80) | 0.45 EUR (0.21-0.72) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 40,000 COP (18,000-61,000) | 9.60 USD (4.30-15) | 8.60 EUR (3.90-13) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 26,000 COP (12,000-51,000) | 6.30 USD (3.00-12) | 5.70 EUR (2.70-11) |
| Whisky | 76,000 COP | 18 USD | 16 EUR |
| Rum | 66,000 COP | 16 USD | 14 EUR |
| Vodka | 83,000 COP | 20 USD | 18 EUR |
| Gin | 89,000 COP | 21 USD | 19 EUR |
Accommodation Cost Restaurant prices Prices in Supermarket Prices of Transportation and fuel Rent Prices Per Month Prices of Utilities (Monthly) Apartment prices Salaries And Financing Prices of Sports And Leisure Prices of Clothing And Shoes Childcare prices Price comparison in cities Whisky prices comparison Rum prices comparison Vodka prices comparison Gin prices comparison FAQ
How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Colombia?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Colombia.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 2,900 COP (2,500-3,200) | 0.69 USD (0.59-0.76) | 0.62 EUR (0.53-0.68) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 142,000 COP (80,000-180,000) | 34 USD (19-43) | 30 EUR (17-38) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 3,500 COP (2,500-4,000) | 0.85 USD (0.60-0.95) | 0.76 EUR (0.54-0.86) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 70,000,000 COP (59,000,000-80,990,000) | 16,000 USD (14,000-19,000) | 14,000 EUR (12,000-17,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 104,983,000 COP (90,000,000-124,000,000) | 24,000 USD (21,000-29,000) | 22,000 EUR (19,000-26,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 6,000 COP (4,500-9,000) | 1.40 USD (1.10-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (0.96-1.90) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 7,000 COP (5,000-10,000) | 1.70 USD (1.20-2.40) | 1.50 EUR (1.10-2.10) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 25,000 COP (15,000-40,000) | 5.90 USD (3.60-9.50) | 5.30 EUR (3.20-8.60) |
Is it expensive to live in Colombia?
Rent Prices Per Month in Colombia.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,384,000 COP (800,000-2,500,000) | 329 USD (190-594) | 296 EUR (171-535) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 1,126,000 COP (600,000-1,900,000) | 268 USD (143-452) | 241 EUR (128-406) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 2,506,000 COP (1,500,000-5,000,000) | 596 USD (357-1,100) | 536 EUR (321-1,000) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 1,978,000 COP (1,100,000-3,500,000) | 470 USD (262-832) | 423 EUR (235-748) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Colombia.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 333,000 COP (200,000-600,000) | 79 USD (48-143) | 71 EUR (43-128) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 96,000 COP (66,000-150,000) | 23 USD (16-36) | 21 EUR (14-32) |
| Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data | 36,000 COP (30,000-60,000) | 8.70 USD (7.10-14) | 7.90 EUR (6.40-13) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Colombia. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Colombia?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 89,000 COP (60,000-180,000) | 21 USD (14-43) | 19 EUR (13-38) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 37,000 COP (20,000-60,000) | 9.00 USD (4.80-14) | 8.10 EUR (4.30-13) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 18,000 COP (12,000-26,000) | 4.30 USD (2.90-6.20) | 3.80 EUR (2.60-5.60) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Colombia.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 213,000 COP (110,000-350,000) | 51 USD (26-83) | 46 EUR (24-75) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 156,000 COP (79,000-250,000) | 37 USD (19-59) | 33 EUR (17-53) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 336,000 COP (200,000-500,000) | 80 USD (48-119) | 72 EUR (43-107) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 301,000 COP (150,000-500,000) | 72 USD (36-119) | 64 EUR (32-107) |
Childcare prices in Colombia.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 820,000 COP (400,000-1,500,000) | 195 USD (95-357) | 175 EUR (86-321) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 23,189,000 COP (10,800,000-40,000,000) | 5,500 USD (2,500-9,500) | 4,900 EUR (2,300-8,500) |
Apartment Price in Colombia. How much does a flat in Colombia cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 6,345,000 COP (3,676,000-10,000,000) | 1,500 USD (874-2,300) | 1,300 EUR (786-2,100) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 5,135,000 COP (3,200,000-7,500,000) | 1,200 USD (761-1,700) | 1,000 EUR (684-1,600) |
What salary do you need to live in Colombia?
Salaries And Financing in Colombia.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 1,506,000 COP | 358 USD | 322 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 13.80% (10.00% - 18.20%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Colombia
I like to have a snack while sightseeing. Have the prices of hamburgers and fries increased in recent years in Colombia?
The price of a burger with fries and Coca-Cola or Pepsi in a fast food bar has changed in recent years: 2010: 10,000 COP, 2011: 10,000 COP, 2012: 12,000 COP, 2013: 13,000 COP, 2014: 13,000 COP, 2015: 13,000 COP, 2016: 15,000 COP, 2017: 15,000 COP, 2018: 15,000 COP, 2019: 15,000 COP, 2020: 18,000 COP
What about vegetable prices in Colombia? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: 1,800 COP, 2013: 2,500 COP, 2014: 2,000 COP, 2015: 2,400 COP, 2016: 2,600 COP, 2017: 2,600 COP, 2018: 2,900 COP, 2019: 3,200 COP, 2020: 3,700 COP
Will we pay much more for dairy and milk products in Colombia compared to previous years?
To estimate the evolution of milk product prices, it is best to look at how milk prices have changed: 2010: 2,100 COP, 2011: 2,100 COP, 2012: 2,100 COP, 2013: 2,200 COP, 2014: 2,200 COP, 2015: 2,300 COP, 2016: 2,300 COP, 2017: 2,600 COP, 2018: 2,500 COP
I like fruit very much and I would like to know if fruit has become cheaper in Colombia in recent years?
Changes in fruit prices can be seen on the example of apple prices: 2011: 3,000 COP, 2012: 4,000 COP, 2013: 3,800 COP, 2014: 4,200 COP, 2015: 5,100 COP, 2016: 5,000 COP, 2017: 5,200 COP, 2018: 5,000 COP, 2019: 6,600 COP, 2020: 7,400 COP
Are sports articles and clothing more expensive in Colombia than before? How about the prices of sports shoes?
Prices of sports shoes have changed recently: 2010: 163,000 COP, 2011: 166,000 COP, 2012: 203,000 COP, 2013: 169,000 COP, 2014: 207,000 COP, 2015: 199,000 COP, 2016: 234,000 COP, 2017: 247,000 COP, 2018: 243,000 COP, 2019: 248,000 COP, 2020: 248,000 COP
Have the prices of renting apartments increased significantly in Colombia?
Rental prices in the city center in recent years have been as follows: 2010: 1,003,000 COP, 2011: 1,309,000 COP, 2012: 994,000 COP, 2013: 1,356,000 COP, 2014: 1,419,000 COP, 2015: 1,530,000 COP, 2016: 1,544,000 COP, 2017: 1,522,000 COP, 2018: 1,706,000 COP.
Prices in Colombia. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Colombia is 2.00 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Colombia for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Colombia is around | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Colombia is around | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Colombia is 2.02 times lower than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Colombia is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.75 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Colombia is around: | 35 USD | 32 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Colombia is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Colombia is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Colombia is around: | 10 USD | 9.30 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Colombia is 1.62 times lower than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Colombia is around: | 4.10 USD | 3.70 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Colombia is around: | 24 USD | 22 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Colombia is around: | 6.70 USD | 6.10 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Colombia is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Colombia is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.70 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Colombia is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Colombia is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.20 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Colombia are 1.70 times lower than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.75 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 1.10 USD | 0.99 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Colombia is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Colombia is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.86 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.75 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Colombia is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Colombia is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Colombia is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 5.00 USD | 4.50 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Colombia is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.62 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 9.00 USD | 8.10 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.20 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 1.10 USD | 0.99 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Colombia is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.75 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.20 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Colombia is around: | 1.10 USD | 0.99 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Colombia is around: | 0.55 USD | 0.49 EURO |
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