NYC Trip Budget by Travel Style
Budget NYC Trip
₹50,000-80,000
Per person for 4-5 days
Accommodation₹5,000-8,000/night
Food & Dining₹2,500-4,000/day
Transport₹500-1,000/day
Activities₹1,000-2,500/day
Includes:
- •Hostels/Queens Stay
- •$1 Pizza Slices
- •Subway everywhere
- •Central Park & free sights
Mid-Range NYC Trip
₹1,00,000-1,60,000
Per person for 4-5 days
Accommodation₹15,000-25,000/night
Food & Dining₹6,000-10,000/day
Transport₹2,000-4,000/day
Activities₹5,000-10,000/day
Includes:
- •Manhattan Hotels
- •Casual Dining
- •Uber/Taxi mix
- •Broadway Show & Museums
Luxury NYC Trip
₹3,00,000-6,00,000+
Per person for 4-5 days
Accommodation₹50,000-1,00,000+/night
Food & Dining₹20,000-40,000/day
Transport₹10,000-25,000/day
Activities₹25,000-50,000/day
Includes:
- •5-star Plaza/Ritz
- •Michelin Dining
- •Private Limo
- •Helicopter Tour
Seasonal Price Variations
| Season | Months | Price Change | Accommodation | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Season | Jun-Aug, Nov-Dec | 2-3x higher | ₹25,000-60,000 | ₹60,000-90,000 |
| Shoulder Season | Sep-Oct, Apr-May | 1.5x | ₹18,000-35,000 | ₹50,000-70,000 |
| Off Season | Jan-Mar | Base prices | ₹10,000-20,000 | ₹45,000-60,000 |
Daily Cost Breakdown
| Expense Category | Budget Range | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | ₹5,000-8,000 | ₹15,000-25,000 | ₹50,000-1,00,000+ |
| Food & Dining | ₹2,500-4,000 | ₹6,000-10,000 | ₹20,000-40,000 |
| Local Transport | ₹500-1,000 | ₹2,000-4,000 | ₹10,000-25,000 |
| Activities | ₹1,000-2,500 | ₹5,000-10,000 | ₹25,000-50,000 |
| Shopping & Misc | ₹2,000-4,000 | ₹5,000-10,000 | ₹20,000-1,00,000 |
Money-Saving Tips for NYC
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Get an unlimited MetroCard for 7 days ($34) - it pays for itself quickly
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Eat 'slice' pizza or bodega bagels for cheap and authentic meals
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Visit museums on 'pay what you wish' days/times
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Take the Staten Island Ferry for free views of the Statue of Liberty
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Walk across Brooklyn Bridge for free skyline views
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Stay in Queens (LIC/Astoria) or Brooklyn for cheaper hotels just minutes from Manhattan
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Purchase a CityPASS if you plan to hit all major tourist spots
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Avoid eating in Times Square where prices are inflated
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