iGotTripNew York Trip Budget Calculator
New York costs vary by neighborhood, accommodation, airport transfer, dining, and attractions. Use this editable preset as a planning baseline, then check current MTA fares, admission policies, room rates, and menu prices for your dates.
QUICK STATS (2 travelers, standard)
5 days · 2 travelers · standard
Category Breakdown
Travel Style Comparison
$1,848
$924 per person
$3,564
$1,782 per person
$7,015
$3,508 per person
Sample 5-Day Itinerary & Daily Budget
- $1,259
Day 1: Arrival & Midtown
- AirTrain + subway from JFK
- Times Square & Rockefeller Center
- Top of the Rock sunset
✈️ Flight $700🏨 Accommodation $200🍱 Food $160🚃 Transport $44🎫 Activities $47☕ Cafe & Snacks $44💰 Buffer $64 - $654
Day 2: Lower Manhattan & Harbor
- Statue of Liberty ferry (free Staten Island option)
- Wall Street & 9/11 Memorial
- Brooklyn Bridge walk
🏨 Accommodation $200🍱 Food $160🚃 Transport $44🎫 Activities $142☕ Cafe & Snacks $44💰 Buffer $64 - $654
Day 3: Central Park & museums
- Central Park loop
- Met or AMNH (pay-what-you-wish for NY/NJ/CT/MA residents)
- Fifth Avenue window browse
🏨 Accommodation $200🍱 Food $160🚃 Transport $44🎫 Activities $142☕ Cafe & Snacks $44💰 Buffer $64 - $653
Day 4: Brooklyn & neighborhoods
- Brooklyn Bridge Park & DUMBO
- Williamsburg or Chinatown food crawl
- High Line & Hudson Yards
🏨 Accommodation $200🍱 Food $160🚃 Transport $44🎫 Activities $141☕ Cafe & Snacks $44💰 Buffer $64 - $344
Day 5: Final bites & departure
- Bagel & bodega breakfast
- Levain or Magnolia Bakery
- Airport departure
🍱 Food $160🚃 Transport $44🎫 Activities $28☕ Cafe & Snacks $44💰 Buffer $68
New York Budget FAQ
Is this budget accurate?
It's an editable planning estimate, not a quote. Ten destinations use reviewed preset inputs; other selectable cities use a clearly labeled generic median template. Actual costs vary, so replace every line with current prices for your trip.
How is the budget calculated?
We multiply per-night accommodation by (days - 1), per-day categories by total days, and flight by travelers. A buffer percentage is added as a separate category.
Are flights included?
Yes — a preset round-trip flight per person is included. You can edit the amount to match your actual booking.
Is my data stored when I share?
No server storage. The budget is encoded into the URL hash. Anyone with the link sees the same numbers. Don't enter personal information.
Can I export to Excel?
Yes. Click the Excel button to download a .xlsx file with summary and category breakdown.
Does it work on mobile?
The planner is designed for current mobile browsers. Browser storage, sharing, and downloads can behave differently by device, so keep an exported copy of an important budget.
Do I need to log in?
No login required. The tool runs entirely in your browser.
How much does a New York trip cost?
Our editable 5-day standard-style New York estimate for 2 is about $3,564 total. Accommodation is the largest preset category, and actual room prices vary widely by neighborhood, dates, taxes, and fees.
What's the cheapest way to get from JFK to Manhattan?
AirTrain plus subway or LIRR can be cheaper than a private car, but the best option depends on destination, time, luggage, and group size. Compare current MTA, airport, taxi, and toll information before traveling.
Are New York museums free?
Most charge admission, while some museums offer resident discounts, free hours, or pay-what-you-wish periods with eligibility rules. These policies change, so verify the official museum page before planning around them.
How do I eat cheap in New York?
Compare posted prices at delis, bodegas, food carts, bakeries, and slice shops. Taxes, tips, location, and portion size affect the final cost, so use current menus instead of assuming a citywide fixed price.