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Trip Cost Calculator

Estimate your total trip budget by destination, style, and duration.

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How to use the trip cost calculator

Estimate your total trip budget in seconds. Enter your destination, trip length and travel style, and the tool projects costs across flights, accommodation, food, activities and local transport.

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See the Travel Cost Index 2026
Daily travel budgets for 200 countries, ranked cheapest to priciest across three travel styles.
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Budgeting tips

  • Add a 10-15% buffer for the unexpected.
  • Accommodation and flights are usually the biggest line items — book early.
  • Travel style matters — backpacker, mid-range and luxury can differ three- to five-fold.
  • Shoulder season cuts both flight and hotel costs.

Trip Cost Calculator FAQ

How do I estimate a travel budget?
Add up flights, accommodation, daily food, activities and transport — then pad 10-15% for extras.

What is the biggest travel cost?
Usually flights and accommodation; booking early and travelling off-peak cuts both.

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