Colombia Gasoline Price Increase April 2026: Full City-by-City Price Table

Colombia’s transport sector and millions of commuters are grappling with a new wave of inflation at the pump this month. Effective Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the Colombian government authorized a significant Colombia gasoline price increase April 2026, raising the cost of a gallon of fuel by approximately 375 pesos according to price data released by the national government.

This adjustment arrives during a high-traffic period, coinciding with Holy Week (Semana Santa), which typically sees a surge in domestic travel. The price hike follows a volatile period for Colombian fuel costs; just last month, the government had authorized a 500-peso decrease per gallon for March 2026, creating a “seesaw” effect that has left many logistics operators and private drivers struggling to budget for the second quarter of the year as reported by local energy monitors.

The decision was steered by the Comisión de Regulación de Energía y Gas (Creg), the regulatory body linked to the Ministry of Mines and Energy. While the increase is a response to market dynamics and economic conditions, it adds further pressure to a consumer base already facing broader monetary tightening. In a related economic move, the Banco de la República recently announced an increase in interest rates to 11.25%, signaling a concerted effort to manage inflation across the Colombian economy per official financial updates.

The April 2026 Fuel Price Breakdown

The impact of the Creg fuel regulations is not uniform across the country. Due to logistics, regional taxes, and proximity to international borders, prices vary significantly between municipalities. On a national scale, the average price for a gallon of current gasoline has settled at 15,449 pesos according to updated regulatory data.

For residents in major urban centers, the costs are notably higher than the national average. Villavicencio currently holds the title for the most expensive gasoline in the country at 15,991 pesos per gallon, followed closely by Cali at 15,900 pesos per the Creg price table. In the capital, reports on the exact price for Bogotá vary slightly between sources, with some citing 15,891 pesos per Caracol and others reporting 15,871 pesos per Infobae.

Conversely, border cities continue to see the lowest fuel costs, a trend driven by the need to remain competitive with neighboring markets. Pasto and Cúcuta—bordering Ecuador and Venezuela, respectively—remain the most affordable options, with Cúcuta pricing its gasoline at 13,865 pesos per gallon and Pasto at 13,487 pesos according to the official city-by-city breakdown.

ACPM Price Adjustment and Logistics Impact

While gasoline affects private commuters, the adjustment to ACPM (diesel) has broader implications for the national economy. Diesel is the lifeblood of Colombia’s freight and public transport sectors. Under the new Creg methodology, ACPM has seen a price increase of 100 pesos per gallon per government authorization.

The national average for ACPM now stands at 11,082 pesos per gallon according to Infobae. In cities like Cali, the cost has reached 11,524 pesos, while in Bogotá, It’s 11,376 pesos per the city-specific table. This ACPM price adjustment is expected to ripple through the supply chain, potentially increasing the cost of transporting food and consumer goods, which may further drive up retail prices across the country.

Who is affected?

• Private Drivers: Facing higher daily commuting costs during a period of rising interest rates.
• Logistics Companies: Freight operators must now account for a higher cost-per-kilometer due to the diesel hike.
• Public Transport Operators: Taxi and bus drivers, particularly in higher-cost cities like Villavicencio and Cali, face squeezed margins.
• Border Communities: While prices are lower, the gap between border and interior prices continues to create distinct regional economic dynamics.

The Macroeconomic Backdrop: Why Now?

To understand the current volatility, one must appear at the Fuel Price Stabilization Fund (FERPC). For several years, the Colombian government used this fund to subsidize fuel prices and shield consumers from global oil price spikes. However, this created a massive deficit that the state has been working to close. Earlier in 2026, prices saw temporary drops of nearly 1,000 pesos per gallon because the FERPC deficit had nearly closed and international crude prices had dipped according to RCN Radio.

However, fuel costs in Colombia remain subject to periodic adjustments based on both internal fiscal needs and external market pressures. The Creg performs these updates to ensure that the domestic price reflects the actual cost of procurement and distribution. When international prices rise or the government determines that subsidies must be further reduced to maintain fiscal health, these quarterly or monthly adjustments are triggered as detailed by financial analysts.

From an economic policy perspective, this increase is a double-edged sword. While it helps the government reduce its reliance on subsidies and stabilizes the national budget, it acts as a regressive tax on the poorest segments of the population who rely on public transport and the movement of agricultural goods according to economic reporting.

What Happens Next?

The focus now shifts to how the transport sector will respond. In several regions, transport unions and taxi drivers have already expressed concern over the impact on their daily earnings. The broader question for Colombian economists is whether these fuel hikes, combined with the 11.25% interest rate, will lead to a cooling of consumer spending in the second quarter of 2026.

The next confirmed checkpoint for fuel pricing will be the subsequent Creg review, where the regulator will again assess international oil benchmarks and the status of the FERPC deficit to determine if further adjustments are necessary for May 2026.

Do you think these fuel adjustments are necessary for Colombia’s long-term fiscal health, or are they placing too much burden on the transport sector? Share your thoughts in the comments below.