Trip Cost Estimator

How much will your trip cost? Get instant estimates for 100+ destinations with budget, mid-range, and luxury breakdowns

7 nights
2 people
Paris, France
$5,100
estimated total
$2,550/person$364/day
CategoryDaily/PersonTotal
🏨 Accommodation$120/day$1,680
🍽️ Food & Drinks$55/day$770
🚕 Local Transport$25/day$350
🎭 Activities & Tours$35/day$490
📦 Miscellaneous$15/day$210
✈️ Flights (est.)—$1,600
Total$5,100
$5,100total
Accommodation (33%)
Food & Drinks (15%)
Local Transport (7%)
Activities & Tours (10%)
Miscellaneous (4%)
Flights (est.) (31%)

Budget vs Mid-Range vs Luxury

Budget
$3,070
Mid-Range
$5,100
Luxury
$10,560

\uD83D\uDCA1 Money-Saving Tips for Europe

  • Visit in shoulder season (April–May, September–October) to save 20–30% on accommodation
  • Use rail passes (Eurail) for multi-city trips instead of flying between destinations
  • Eat lunch as your main meal — many restaurants offer fixed-price lunch menus at half the dinner price
  • Book accommodation with kitchen access to save on breakfast and occasional dinners
  • Get city tourist cards for free public transit and museum discounts

Last updated: March 2026

What Is the Trip Cost Estimator?

The Trip Cost Estimator helps you answer the question “how much will this trip cost?” before you book anything. Enter your destination, trip length, and travel style to see an instant breakdown of expected daily costs across accommodation, food, transport, activities, and more.

With cost data for over 100 popular destinations and three spending tiers, you can quickly compare whether a week in Bali fits your budget or whether Barcelona is more affordable than you thought. The compare feature lets you put two destinations head-to-head with identical trip parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I estimate the cost of a trip?

Select your destination, enter the number of nights and travelers, and choose your travel style (Budget, Mid-Range, or Luxury). The estimator instantly calculates costs across six categories: flights, accommodation, food, local transport, activities, and miscellaneous expenses.

Which destinations are included?

Over 100 popular destinations across every continent: major cities in Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Oceania. Each destination has daily cost data for all three travel tiers.

Can I compare trip costs for different destinations?

Yes. Toggle Compare Destinations to see two cities side by side with identical trip parameters. A comparison bar chart shows the total cost difference at a glance.

Are the cost estimates per person or per group?

The database stores daily costs per person. The calculator multiplies by your number of travelers and trip length, then shows both total and per-person amounts.

How can I save my trip cost estimate?

Download as PDF using the print dialog, or copy the full breakdown as plain text for pasting into notes, spreadsheets, or messages.

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