Daily cost breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $21 | $48 | $109 |
| Food & drink | $12 | $28 | $62 |
| Local transport | $6 | $14 | $31 |
| Activities | $8 | $18 | $42 |
| Other | $3 | $7 | $16 |
| Total per day | $50 | $115 | $260 |
How much does a trip to South Korea cost?
A 7-day trip to South Korea costs about $350–$1,820 per person (2026), roughly $50–$260 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.
South Korea trip cost quick facts
| Budget daily cost | $50 |
|---|---|
| Mid-range daily cost | $115 |
| Luxury daily cost | $260 |
| Accommodation (mid-range) | $48 / day |
| Food (mid-range) | $28 / day |
| Local transport (mid-range) | $14 / day |
| Activities (mid-range) | $18 / day |
| Currency | USD |
| Cheapest season | Winter (Dec–Mar) |
Average daily budget: from $50 per traveler
Budget travel
$50 / day
One week for two travelers: $700
Mid-range travel
$115 / day
One week for two travelers: $1,610
Luxury travel
$260 / day
One week for two travelers: $3,640
How much money do I need for 2 weeks in South Korea?
Per traveler for 14 days, excluding flights: budget $700, mid-range $1,610, luxury $3,640.
| Trip length | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $150 | $345 | $780 |
| 7 days | $350 | $805 | $1,820 |
| 10 days | $500 | $1,150 | $2,600 |
| 14 days | $700 | $1,610 | $3,640 |
| 30 days | $1,500 | $3,450 | $7,800 |
Is my budget enough for South Korea?
- Is $1,500 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($805) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $1,500 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers budget travel ($700) per traveler, excluding flights. Mid-range costs $1,610, slightly above $1,500.
- Is $3,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($1,820) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,610) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($1,820) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($3,640) per traveler, excluding flights.
South Korea trip cost FAQ
- How much does a trip to South Korea cost per day?
- Recorded daily spend starts at about $50 per traveler, with a mid-range day at about $115 and a luxury day at about $260. Flights are not included.
- How much does one week in South Korea cost for two?
- At mid-range level, about $1,610 for two travelers over seven days, excluding flights.
- Is South Korea expensive to visit?
- Recorded daily costs in South Korea range from about $50 on a budget to about $260 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 South Korea?
- About $500 per traveler at the lowest recorded daily level, or about $1,150 at mid-range, excluding flights.
- What is included in the South Korea daily cost?
- Accommodation, food, local transport and activities per traveler. International flights, visas and insurance are not included.
Is South Korea cheaper than nearby countries?
Mid-range daily cost per traveler, same currency only.
| Country | Mid-range / day |
|---|---|
| South Korea | $115 |
| Thailand | $114 |
| Taiwan | $100 |
| Georgia | $81 |
| Indonesia | $81 |
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"Other" covers small daily extras such as a local SIM card, tips and small purchases.