Travel Budget Calculator: Plan Your Trip Expenses
Budget Frameworks by Destination
The rule of thumb: flights are 30–40% of international trip cost, 15–25% for domestic. Hotels are the next biggest chunk. Planning ahead can save 30–50% on both.
Daily Budget Estimates (Per Person)
| Destination | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goa / Rajasthan | ₹2,000–3,000 | ₹5,000–8,000 | ₹15,000+ |
| Kerala / Northeast | ₹2,500–4,000 | ₹6,000–10,000 | ₹18,000+ |
| Southeast Asia (Thailand, Bali) | ₹3,000–4,500 | ₹7,000–12,000 | ₹20,000+ |
| Europe (budget countries) | ₹5,000–7,000 | ₹12,000–18,000 | ₹30,000+ |
| USA / UK / Australia | ₹8,000–12,000 | ₹18,000–25,000 | ₹40,000+ |
Money-Saving Tips
- Book flights 6–8 weeks early for domestic, 3–4 months for international
- Midweek travel saves 20–40% on flights and hotels
- Travel off-season: Europe in shoulder season (Apr–May, Sep–Oct) is 30% cheaper
- Local SIM + Google Maps instead of international roaming
- Forex cards over airport exchange (save 3–5% on conversion)
Plan your trip budget with the travel budget calculator. For international trips, check TCS implications on forex purchases.