Cost To Visit Myanmar: Travel Budget Guide (2026)

In this Myanmar travel cost guide, I’ll break down what you can expect to spend on the ground while visiting Myanmar—including lodging, food, attractions, and the kind of daily and weekly budget you’ll want to plan for.

Myanmar uses the Burmese kyat (MMK). Prices have been converted from MMK and are only shown in $ (USD) for ease of use for our U.S. audience.

Is Myanmar Cheap To Visit?

Yes—if you’re not counting your flight, Myanmar usually feels very cheap for Western travelers. Day-to-day costs like local food, simple hotels or guesthouses, and everyday transportation are often far less than what you’d pay traveling around the U.S. or Western Europe.

That said, costs can jump fast in the main tourist loop—and logistics can be unpredictable depending on where you go and what’s open.

What “Cheap” Looks Like in Myanmar

• Food: Street food and local restaurants are typically very affordable—your daily food spend can stay low if you eat like locals.
• Lodging: Budget guesthouses and basic hotels can be a strong value, especially outside peak periods.
• Getting around: Local buses and shared transport are usually cheap; private drivers and tourist vans cost more, but can still be reasonable compared to pricier countries.

Where It Can Add Up

• Popular spots: Bagan, Inle Lake, and parts of Yangon can be pricier than you’d expect for Myanmar—mostly because tourists concentrate there.
• Long-distance travel: Flying internally can add up; overnight buses are cheaper but take time.
• Tours/boats/fees: Things like lake boat days, guided trips, and attraction fees can be the biggest “surprise” expenses.

Myanmar vs. Other places

• Cheaper Than: Thailand’s islands, Singapore, much of Malaysia, and most popular parts of Vietnam.
• Often Similar To: Cambodia and Laos (sometimes cheaper day-to-day, sometimes similar—depends on route and comfort level).

Myanmar Vacation Costs

Below is a detailed expense breakdown for accommodations, food, transportation, and attractions—followed by day trip costs and realistic daily/weekly budgets.

Avg. Accommodation Cost

Peak

• Budget Travelers: $20–$45 per night
• Mid-Range Travelers: $55–$110 per night
• Luxury Travelers: $160–$400+ per night

Shoulder-Season

• Budget Travelers: $18–$40
• Mid-Range Travelers: $50–$95
• Luxury Travelers: $140–$340+

Off-Season

• Budget Travelers: $15–$35
• Mid-Range Travelers: $45–$85
• Luxury Travelers: $120–$300+

Food Cost

Budget Travelers

• Breakfast: $2–$6
• Lunch: $3–$8
• Dinner: $5–$12

Mid-Range Travelers

• Breakfast: $6–$12
• Lunch: $8–$15
• Dinner: $12–$30

Luxury Travelers

• Breakfast: $12–$25
• Lunch: $18–$40
• Dinner: $45–$120+

Biggest Saver: Street food/local eateries + one “nice” meal every couple days.

Transportation Cost

Getting around cities (Yangon, Mandalay)

• Local buses: $0.20–$1 per ride (varies)
• Taxis (short rides): $3–$8
• Longer taxi rides: $8–$20+
• Rideshare: availability varies by city; plan on taxis as the baseline.

Intercity travel

Long-distance bus (common, often best value)

• Typical intercity routes: $10–$35 (distance + comfort level dependent)

Train (slower but scenic on some routes)

• Typical routes: $5–$25 (class + distance dependent)

Domestic flights (saves time; costs more)

• Typical one-way: $55–$160
• Peak dates/short-notice: $120–$220+

Private driver (useful for flexibility)

• Half-day: $35–$80
• Full day: $70–$150+ (distance and vehicle dependent)

Attractions

Costs vary by city/zone and what’s operating, but these are common “budget drivers” travelers plan around:

• Shwedagon Pagoda (Yangon): $5–$12
• Bagan temple zone/archaeological area fees (varies): $15–$35
• Inle Lake boat day (shared/private): $20–$70+
• Mandalay Hill / pagodas/monasteries: Free–$10
• Local museums (where open): $2–$10
• Guided day tour (city/temples): $25–$90+
• Hot air balloon style experiences (where offered): $250–$450+

Myanmar Day Trip Costs

Daily Budget

Weekly Budget (7 Days)

Flight Cost

Flight cost depends on where you’re departing from, the season, and the airline. Major international airports will have cheaper flights than smaller airports. Most U.S. travelers connect through major Asian hubs before arriving in Myanmar.

Average round-trip flight ranges from the U.S.:

• Peak: $1,150–$2,000
• Shoulder: $1,000–$1,850
• Off-Season: $900–$1,650

Myanmar Travel Seasons

Peak (November–February)

Dry season with the highest demand and the best “classic” sightseeing weather. Lodging and tours are typically most expensive here.

Shoulder-Season (March–April, October)

Hotter (especially late dry season) but often good value. Expect fewer crowds and better hotel deals than peak.

Off-Season (May–September)

Rainy/monsoon season with the lowest demand and the best deals. Some routes/tours may run limited schedules, so plan flexibility into your itinerary.

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