Daily cost breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $23 | $55 | $147 |
| Food & drink | $13 | $31 | $84 |
| Local transport | $7 | $16 | $42 |
| Activities | $9 | $21 | $56 |
| Other | $3 | $8 | $21 |
| Total per day | $55 | $131 | $350 |
How much does a trip to Costa Rica cost?
A 7-day trip to Costa Rica costs about $385–$2,450 per person (2026), roughly $55–$350 per day, from budget to luxury travel. That covers accommodation, food, local transport and activities, and excludes international flights. Figures are recorded averages per traveler.
Daily costs are per person per day, excluding international flights, two sharing a room.
Costa Rica trip cost quick facts
| Budget daily cost | $55 |
|---|---|
| Mid-range daily cost | $131 |
| Luxury daily cost | $350 |
| Accommodation (mid-range) | $55 / day |
| Food (mid-range) | $31 / day |
| Local transport (mid-range) | $16 / day |
| Activities (mid-range) | $21 / day |
| Currency | USD |
| Cheapest season | Green season (May–Aug), Heavy rains (Sep–Oct) |
Average daily budget: from $55 per traveler
Budget travel
$55 / day
One week for two travelers: $770
Mid-range travel
$131 / day
One week for two travelers: $1,834
Luxury travel
$350 / day
One week for two travelers: $4,900
How much money do I need for 2 weeks in Costa Rica?
Per traveler for 14 days, excluding flights: budget $770, mid-range $1,834, luxury $4,900.
| Trip length | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $165 | $393 | $1,050 |
| 7 days | $385 | $917 | $2,450 |
| 10 days | $550 | $1,310 | $3,500 |
| 14 days | $770 | $1,834 | $4,900 |
| 30 days | $1,650 | $3,930 | $10,500 |
Is my budget enough for Costa Rica?
- Is $1,500 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($917) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $1,500 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers budget travel ($770) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($2,450) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,834) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($2,450) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($4,900) per traveler, excluding flights.
Costa Rica trip cost FAQ
- How much does a trip to Costa Rica cost per day?
- Recorded daily spend starts at about $55 per traveler, with a mid-range day at about $131 and a luxury day at about $350. Flights are not included.
- How much does one week in Costa Rica cost for two?
- At mid-range level, about $1,834 for two travelers over seven days, excluding flights.
- Is Costa Rica expensive to visit?
- Recorded daily costs in Costa Rica range from about $55 on a budget to about $350 for luxury travel per traveler. Compare it with other countries in the Guidese Trip Cost Index.
- How much money do I need for 10 days in Costa Rica?
- About $550 per traveler at the lowest recorded daily level, or about $1,310 at mid-range, excluding flights.
- What is included in the Costa Rica daily cost?
- Accommodation, food, local transport and activities per traveler. International flights, visas and insurance are not included.
Is Costa Rica cheaper than nearby countries?
Mid-range daily cost per traveler, same currency only.
| Country | Mid-range / day |
|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $131 |
| Mexico | $110 |
| Panama | $100 |
| Canada | $169 |
| United States | $190 |
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"Other" covers small daily extras such as a local SIM card, tips and small purchases.