How much does it cost to travel to Florida?
You should plan to spend around $251 per day on your vacation in Florida. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $62 on meals
- $47 on local transportation
- $264 on hotels
A one week trip to Florida for two people costs, on average, $3,515. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Florida has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Florida expensive to visit?
Prices in Florida are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.
Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Florida is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to many other destinations.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Florida Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Florida?
The average Florida trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Florida travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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$264
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Local Transportation 1
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$47
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Food 2
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$62
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Entertainment 1
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$62
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Tips and Handouts 1
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$11 -
33
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Alcohol 2
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$16 -
47
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Accommodation Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Florida is $132. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Florida is $264. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Florida? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Florida is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $47 per person, per day, on local transportation in Florida.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$47
How much does it cost to go to Florida? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Florida will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Florida can vary, the average cost of food in Florida is $62 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Florida should cost around $25 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Florida is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$62
Entertainment Budget in Florida
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Entertainment and activities in Florida typically cost an average of $62 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$62
Tips and Handouts Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
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Unfortunately, bad things can happen on a trip. Well, you've just got to deal with it! The average price for a scam, robbery, or mishap in Florida is $42, as reported by travelers.
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Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps1
$42
Alcohol Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $31 on alcoholic beverages in Florida per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$31
Water Budget in Florida
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, people spend $7.62 on bottled water in Florida per day. The public water in Florida is considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
$7.62
Florida On a Budget
Key West
The state of Florida, known for sunshine, warm weather, beaches, and Disney World, has much to offer. Orlando and its world-famous parks such as Disney, Epcot, Universal Studios, MGM, Sea World, and more draw massive amounts of visitors every year, and for a good reason. Florida is more than just Disney, however, the state has many other attractions and cities worth visiting.
The Florida panhandle area in the northwest is known for its gulf coast beaches with white sand and crystal clear water. Various towns along the shore offer a mix of experiences and atmospheres, from laid back retirement towns to spring break and party-oriented boardwalks for younger crowds.
The Atlantic coast on the east side of Florida also offers world class beaches with warm weather and diverse personalities. Some towns are set up for spring breakers, some for families, and some for retirees. In the middle is Cape Canaveral, home of the famous NASA launch pads. In the North is Jacksonville and nearby St. Augustine, the oldest town in North America. To the south is Miami, a world-class city on its own, and nearby Ft. Lauderdale and other beach-centered suburbs.
At the southern tip are the Florida Keys, a chain of islands stretching a hundred miles southwest from Miami over clear blue water and long bridges. Each island has a personality and style all to itself, and they culminate at Key West, one of the larger islands known for its funky vibe, resort beaches, and cruise-ship ports.
West of Miami is the Everglades, a national park area designed to protect the landscape and wildlife of this unique swamp and marsh area. Various species of wildlife can be found from alligators to water fowl such as flamingos. Airboats take tourists deep into the marshland to find the elusive alligators and other elusive animals.
In the middle of the west coast, on the Gulf of Mexico, is the Tampa-St. Petersburg metro area. Nearby beaches offer more of what makes Florida famous: affordable and attractive beach vacations. Some of the towns south of Tampa on the coast offer even more attractive beaches at a higher prices (Naples, for example).
We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.