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How to Book a Trip to Colombia

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How to Book a Trip to Colombia

Plan your Colombian getaway for around $2500 and spread out the cost with the right card.

VoAtlas editorial Updated · 3 min read
Typical cost $2,500 before anything else
Across the 0% window $138.89/mo 18 months, no interest

How we got that: $2,500 spread evenly across the 18-month introductory window on the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card. Checked · at the bank Carry a balance past the window and the standard APR applies to what is left.

Colombia gives you coffee farms in the green mountains, cobblestone streets in Cartagena, and salsa music in Medellín all in one trip. You want to aim for the dry months between December and March so you actually get to enjoy the coast and the trails without getting rained out.

When you are looking at a $2500 price tag for flights and hotels, paying for it all at once hurts. Spreading out payments can make it easier to swallow, provided you have a clear plan to pay it off.

That intro window is a hard deadline, not free money. If you still have a balance left when those 18 months are up, standard interest kicks in on what you owe.

The steps

  1. 01

    Book your flights early

    Start looking at flights three months in advance to lock in better rates for your dates. Prices tend to spike if you wait until the last minute, especially for routes down to Bogotá or Medellín.

  2. 02

    Map out your stops

    Decide if you are staying in the city or heading out to the coffee region and the coast. Booking domestic hops ahead of time saves you from scrambling at the bus station.

  3. 03

    Use the card for payments

    The Citi Simplicity® Credit Card gives you 0% for 18 months on purchases and balance transfers from date of account opening. That intro window gives you breathing room to pay for the trip over time.

  4. 04

    Set a monthly amount

    Take your total cost and divide it by your timeline so you know what you owe. For a $2500 price tag, you are looking at paying $138.89 per month if $2500 is spread across the 18-month window.

  5. 05

    Lock in your lodging

    Secure your boutique hotels or rentals once your flights are confirmed. Places in popular neighborhoods fill up fast during the peak dry season.

  6. 06

    Check the card terms before you commit

    Every figure we publish for the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card carries the date a person verified it against Citi and a link to where they checked. Intro windows and APRs change without notice, so confirm the current terms before applying.

    See Citi Simplicity® Credit Card terms →

Common questions

How much does a typical trip to Colombia cost?

Plan on spending around $2500 for a solid week or two covering flights, nice places to stay, food, and getting around. Your actual total will change depending on how many cities you visit.

When is the best time to visit Colombia?

December through March is the dry season, making it the ideal time for exploring cities and hiking. You will get better weather, but you will also see bigger crowds and higher prices.

How does the card term work?

The Citi Simplicity® Credit Card gives you 0% for 18 months on purchases and balance transfers from date of account opening. You still need to make your minimum monthly payments on time.

What happens when the 18 months end?

Any remaining balance from your $2500 trip will start accruing standard interest. Make sure you hit your monthly target so you clear the balance before the clock runs out.