Fiji is considered a mid-range to expensive destination, with daily costs for budget travelers starting around $80-120 USD and luxury travelers spending upwards of $400 USD per day. While it's costlier than Southeast Asia, it's more affordable than Hawaii and the Maldives for most expenses.
General Tourist Costs
- Budget travelers can manage on $80-120 USD per day by using local accommodations and eating at village restaurants.
- Mid-range travel typically costs $150-250 USD daily.
- Luxury travelers often spend $400+ USD a day, especially at resort islands with captive pricing.
- A one-week trip for one person averages around $1,383 USD (FJ$3,171) — $2,766 USD (FJ$6,342) for two people, including accommodation, food, and activities.
Cost of Living and Everyday Prices
- Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: FJ$10 ($4.5 USD).
- Three-course meal for two: FJ$97.50 ($44 USD).
- Local bus ticket: FJ$2-10 ($1-5 USD).
- Scuba diving: FJ$200-300 ($100-150 USD).
- Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in a city center: FJ$1,277.78 per month ($576 USD).
- Grocery items like bread (1 lb): FJ$1.15 ($0.5 USD); milk (1 gallon): FJ$10.87 ($5 USD).
Comparisons and Seasonal Variations
- Fiji is 50-100% more expensive than Bali for travelers due to higher import costs and fewer budget options, but it’s 20-30% cheaper than Hawaii.
- The price surge occurs during Australian and New Zealand school holidays; visiting during shoulder seasons like April-May or October-November reduces costs.
- Dairy and imported products tend to be pricier, as do resort-focused services.
Fiji can be affordable with smart planning, using local experiences and avoiding resort monopolies, but travelers should expect higher costs than many popular tropical destinations.
