Travel Cost Index
Cheapest destinations in Southeast Asia
Laos is the cheapest destination we model in Southeast Asia, at USD 45–80 per person per day on the ground, out of 8 ranked destinations in the region.
Ranked for 7 days, 2 travellers, mid-range style, flights included.
The ranking
| # | Destination | Daily, per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laos | USD 45–80 |
| 2 | Cambodia | USD 50–95 |
| 3 | Vietnam | USD 60–100 |
| 4 | Bali & LombokIndonesia | USD 70–135 |
| 5 | Thailand | USD 80–130 |
| 6 | Malaysia | USD 80–155 |
| 7 | Philippines | USD 85–150 |
| 8 | Singapore | USD 150–260 |
All figures are modelled estimates from our own cost engine, not live booking prices. They are produced for the same scenario on every page: 7 days, 2 travellers, mid-range style, flights included.
Common questions
- Cheapest destinations in Southeast Asia — what comes first?
- Laos (Laos) tops this ranking on the shared scenario used across the whole index.
- How is the ranking calculated?
- Every destination is priced with the same engine the trip cost calculator uses, for 7 days, two travellers, mid-range style, with flights included from the stated departure city.
- Are these real prices?
- No. They are modelled estimates based on typical travel costs, not live airfare or hotel availability. Use them to compare destinations, then check real prices before booking.