Travel Cost Statistics 2026
Average travel costs compiled from Voyalira's data for 197 countries. All figures are estimates in US dollars, per person.
Global Averages
Across 197 countries, the average budget traveler spends $57 per day, mid-range travelers spend $134 per day, and luxury travelers spend $354 per day. A typical inexpensive restaurant meal averages $6.22, a cappuccino $2.76, and a domestic beer $3.39.
10 Cheapest Countries to Visit
| # | Country | Budget / day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangladesh | $25 |
| 2 | Iran | $25 |
| 3 | Pakistan | $25 |
| 4 | India | $25 |
| 5 | Nepal | $25 |
| 6 | Tajikistan | $25 |
| 7 | Indonesia | $30 |
| 8 | Ukraine | $30 |
| 9 | Laos | $30 |
| 10 | Malawi | $30 |
10 Most Expensive Countries to Visit
| # | Country | Budget / day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhutan | $250 |
| 2 | Monaco | $250 |
| 3 | Switzerland | $120 |
| 4 | Maldives | $120 |
| 5 | Palau | $120 |
| 6 | Tuvalu | $120 |
| 7 | Nauru | $120 |
| 8 | Bahamas | $120 |
| 9 | Seychelles | $120 |
| 10 | Iceland | $120 |
Average Travel Costs by Continent
| Continent | Countries | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | 54 | $47 | $118 | $333 |
| Asia | 49 | $49 | $115 | $317 |
| Americas | 35 | $55 | $132 | $350 |
| Europe | 45 | $70 | $158 | $397 |
| Oceania | 14 | $85 | $189 | $437 |
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