Europe · Cost Guide
How much does a trip to France really cost? A complete breakdown of flights, hotels, food, transport, and activities — no hidden extras.
Weekend
3 days
$1,855
per person
1 Week
7 days
$3,395
per person
2 Weeks
14 days
$6,090
per person
Actual spend depends heavily on your travel style:
Budget
$193/day
Mid-range
$385/day
Luxury
$847+/day
France is on the pricier side for tourists. Expect to spend around $385/day on accommodation, food, transport, and activities — not counting your international flight.
Budget around $385/day for a comfortable mid-range trip in France. That covers a hotel ($200/night), meals ($50/day), local transport ($15/day), and activities ($120/day).
A 7-day trip to France costs approximately $3,395 per person, including return flights ($700), 7 nights hotel ($1400), food ($350), transport ($105), and activities ($840).
Return flights to France typically cost $700 per person in economy class from the US. Booking 6–8 weeks in advance and being flexible with dates can save 20–30%.
To reduce costs in France, use public transport ($15/day), eat at local restaurants, visit free attractions, and travel during shoulder season (avoiding peak holiday periods). Staying in guesthouses or budget hotels can cut accommodation costs to $70/night.