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Vacation Budget Calculator

Plan the total cost of a trip — flights, hotel, food, activities and a safety buffer.

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Results update as you type.

Total trip budget

$4,191
Flights
$900
Hotel
$1,260
Food
$1,050
Activities & transport
$600
Safety buffer
$381
Cost per person
$2,096
  • Flights24%
  • Hotel33%
  • Food28%
  • Activities16%
Total trip budget$4,191

Results are estimates for planning and are not financial advice.

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Quick answer

2 people, 7 nights, $450 flights, $180 hotel, $75/day food, $600 activities → about $4,600 with a 10% buffer.

How it works

Add up the big four — transport, lodging, food and activities — then add a buffer for surprises. A 10% buffer covers most unexpected costs like baggage fees and tips.

Formula

Total = (Flights + Hotel + Food + Activities) × (1 + Buffer %)

Assumptions & limitations

  • Prices are estimates you supply
  • Buffer covers unplanned expenses

Formula and assumptions reviewed October 2026 by the Calculyn team. How we build our calculators

Frequently asked questions

How much should I budget per day?

A common mid-range target is $150–$300 per person per day including lodging, varying widely by destination.