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Americas · Cost Guide
How much does a trip to United States really cost? A complete breakdown of flights, hotels, food, transport, and activities — no hidden extras.
United States has 3 popular destinations with different price levels. Summary costs below are based on Miami (most affordable). See all cities ↓
Weekend
3 days
$1,455
per person
1 Week
7 days
$2,995
per person
2 Weeks
14 days
$5,690
per person
Actual spend depends heavily on your travel style:
Budget
$193/day
Mid-range
$385/day
Luxury
$847+/day
United States 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 United States. That covers a hotel ($180/night), meals ($55/day), local transport ($20/day), and activities ($130/day).
A 7-day trip to United States costs approximately $2,995 per person, including return flights ($300), 7 nights hotel ($1260), food ($385), transport ($140), and activities ($910).
Among the main cities, Miami is the most affordable at around $385/day excluding flights. For comparison: Los Angeles ($430/day), Miami ($385/day), New York ($515/day).
Return flights to United States typically cost $300–$500 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 United States, use public transport ($20/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 $63/night.