Travel Costs in Argentina
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $35
- Mid-range / day
- $85
- Luxury / day
- $220
- Budget meal
- $4
- Coffee
- $1.5
- Local transport
- $0.25
- Budget hotel
- $15
- Mid-range hotel
- $55
Overview
Argentina is currently one of South America's most affordable destinations for international travelers, largely due to ongoing currency instability and high inflation that have weakened the Argentine peso significantly against the US dollar. Travelers exchanging USD at the widely available 'blue dollar' or official rates benefit from strong purchasing power, making food, transport, and accommodation remarkably cheap. However, international flights to and within Argentina can be costly and represent the single largest expense for most visitors.
Notes
Pay with USD cash or use a card that draws on foreign currency whenever possible, as the favorable exchange rate dramatically stretches your budget compared to converting money at official bank rates. Long-distance buses in Argentina are comfortable, affordable, and an excellent way to travel between cities without paying for expensive domestic flights.