Country
Romania trip: full budget by city
A trip to Romania starts around €63/day on the ground, roughly €1015 for 7 nights per person excluding flights. Full budget breakdown by category across 2 cities, with flights and the best month to visit.
At a glance
- Cities covered
- 2
- Min. budget per day
- €63
- Index vs London
- 61%
How much it costs
What a trip to Romania actually costs
In Romania, the daily travel budget starts at €56 in the cheapest city (Bucharest) and runs up to €70 in Cluj-Napoca, covering every traveler profile. For a standard 5-night trip, plan around €725 per person at a mid-range comfort level, flights not included. At 61 % of our reference index, the country sits among the most affordable destinations we track.
Seasonality
When to go for the best price
The most temperate month across the country is July, averaging 22°C. Across the 60+ InstantTripCost destinations, this is also the window where median flight prices stay the most stable outside peak tourist season.
Jan
-1°
Feb
1°
Mar
5°
Apr
11°
May
16°
Jun
20°
Jul
22°
Aug
22°
Sep
17°
Oct
11°
Nov
5°
Dec
0°
How many nights, and where
A night costs different amounts city to city. Splitting seven nights differently can be worth several hundred euros, at the same length and comfort.
| City | Per night | 7 nights here | 14 nights here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | €136 | €952 | €1,904 |
| Cluj-Napoca | €154 | €1,078 | €2,156 |
Two ways to spend seven nights
- Seven nights in Cluj-Napoca
- €1,078
- Split across the cheapest cities : Bucharest 4 + Cluj-Napoca 3
- €1,006
Gap: €72 per person
On-the-ground figures, excluding flights, mid-range, per person. Intercity travel is not counted.
Selection
Cities worth exploring in Romania
Each card shows the lowest daily budget, the cost index versus London, and July weather.
Why go
Travel to Romania: what you need to know
Romania ranks as one of the most value-for-money European destinations, with an average cost index of 80 % versus London. The 2 cities we document span a wide range: travelling cheap, from €56/day in Bucharest up to €70/day in Cluj-Napoca; at mid-range comfort, €136 to €154/day.
A trip to Romania averages €1015 for a 7-night mid-range stay, flights from London included. The country sits among solid value-for-money destinations, at 80 % of London's cost.
Daily budget
How much does a trip to Romania cost?
Daily budget in Romania varies sharply by city and travel style. Budget mode: €56 to €70 a day depending on the city, for hostels or entry-level hotels, local meals, and public transit. Mid-range: €136 to €154 with 3-star hotels, local restaurants, and some activities. High-end: €367 to €373 for 4 or 5-star hotels. All three tiers come from the same survey as the table above.
Across the country, lodging averages 35 to 45 % of total budget, food 15 to 20 %, flights 20 to 30 % from Europe, with the rest split between local transport and activities. The €56-70/day range we observe reflects directly the gap between the cheapest cities and the most touristed ones.
Seasonality
When to visit Romania
The best price-weather compromise in Romania is around July, with comfortable temperatures countrywide and still-reasonable off-peak pricing. Booking in November saves up to 67 % on flights from London - a major lever to cut total budget.
Winter in Romania is pronounced (0 °C average), but hotel rates drop 30 to 50 % from summer peaks.
Regional budget
Budget varies across regions
The country isn't experienced the same way everywhere. Bucharest has the most accessible daily budget (€56/day) and makes a strong base for a first trip. At the other end, Cluj-Napoca asks €70/day, 25 % more, at the same length and comfort. The country's other cities sit between these two poles.
Tips
How to cut the Romania budget
Timing does most of the saving in Romania: in November, the flight from London drops to a €30 median, 67 % below peak season. Pairing two cities also stretches the airfare, especially with a cheaper stop like Bucharest before or after the main city. For hotels, the 6-to-8-weeks-out booking window gets the best rates. And on short legs, rail or public transit beats domestic flights almost every time, on price and on simplicity.
Practical
Currency, language, practical info
Currency: RON (lei). Main language: Romanian; English is generally understood in tourist areas. Plan €50-150 in cash for the first days depending on the city, and use a no-foreign-fee card for the rest.
Comparison
Country cities at a glance
Sorted by daily budget ascending. All figures per person, flights excluded.
| City | Daily | vs London |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | €56 | 57 % |
| Cluj-Napoca | €70 | 65 % |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a trip to Romania cost?
- Plan for an average €1045 per person for 7 nights at mid-range comfort: roughly €1015 on the ground (hotel, meals, transport) plus €30 for the median round-trip flight from London. The on-the-ground daily budget runs from €56/day (Bucharest) to €70/day (Cluj-Napoca) depending on city and travel style.
- What's the travel budget for a week in Romania?
- For one week in Romania at mid-range comfort, plan around €1045 per person all in: €1015 on the ground plus €30 for the flight. On a tight budget the total drops to roughly €422, and high-end easily tops €920.
- How can I visit Romania on a budget?
- For a low-cost trip to Romania, base yourself in Bucharest (€56/day) and fly in November, the cheapest month from London (up to 67 % off the airfare). Hostels or entry-level hotels, local meals, and public transit keep the daily budget at its lowest.
- Which is the cheapest city in Romania?
- Of the 2 cities InstantTripCost documents in Romania, Bucharest offers the lowest daily budget (€56/day in budget mode). It makes a solid base for a low-cost trip.
- When is the best month to visit Romania?
- The best price-weather compromise is in July countrywide, with comfortable temperatures and still-moderate prices. For the cheapest flight from London, target November (save up to 67 %).
- Do I need a visa to enter Romania?
- Visa requirements vary by passport and stay length. Check your home country's official foreign affairs website for up-to-date entry rules before booking.
- Is Romania an expensive destination?
- With an average cost index of 80 % versus London, Romania ranks among the moderately priced.
- Which city in Romania costs the least?
- Bucharest, at €56 a day on the ground, against €70 in Cluj-Napoca: 25 % more at the same length and comfort. Which one to see first is not something we measure, and we would rather say so than rank cities on their price tag.
Calculate
Your travel budget for Romania
An honest estimate in under a minute, no signup.
Keep exploring
Other countries
Compare budgets from one country to the next in a few clicks.