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- GoBankingRates consulted Kiwi.com’s 2017 Flight Price Index and identified the countries you can fly to for the cheapest airfare (per 100 kilometers).
- The top 11 countries include South Africa, Portugal, and Romania.
- The country on their list with the cheapest airfare per 100 km is Malaysia.
Airfares can change by the day or even the hour and are driven by movements in everything from fuel prices to currency conversion rates. So it’s no surprise that the average cost of outbound air travel can vary significantly from country to country.
To help travelers navigate the complex world of fluctuating fares, GOBankingRates consulted Kiwi.com’s 2017 Flight Price Index. The flight search engine company analyzed more than 1 million flights to find the average price of outbound air travel in 80 countries. All flight searches took into account high and low seasons, and prices were checked for the same travel dates.
Many of the countries that topped Kiwi.com’s list for cheapest outbound airfares also offer rock-bottom rates at restaurants and hotels. What’s more, several of these countries offer attractive exchange rates, making them bucket-list bargains for travelers looking to get the most bang for their buck.
11. South Africa
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The average cost per 100 km: $ 7.25
South Africa boasts beautiful beaches and mountain vistas, and its diverse attractions include everything from safaris to winery tours. Many of its top attractions are also affordable ― or free. For instance, hiking up Cape Town’s Table Mountain is free, and a round-trip cable car ride up and down the mountain starts at 275 South African rand for adults, or around $ 19.75.
As a whole, costs in the country seem relatively affordable. A three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant averages around $ 32, according to Numbeo.
10. Spain
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The average cost per 100 km: $ 7.08
Spain counts Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and many other iconic artists as native sons, so it’s no surprise the nation boasts a number of notable museums — many of which you can visit for free. Spain is also known for its diverse cultures and cuisine, and it continues to draw crowds to the beach resorts on its southern coast.
In fact, a record number of tourists have been sampling Spain’s tapas and other offerings recently. It drew 12 percent more tourists in the first half of 2017 than during the same period a year ago, despite drawing a record 75.3 million visitors for all of 2016.
9. Sweden
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The average cost per 100 km: $ 6.96
Sweden is known for its crystal-clear lakes and expansive forests, but the Scandinavian country also offers beautiful beaches that are often uncrowded, considering its population barely tops 9 million. Sweden also boasts a number of ferry-accessible islands ideal for hiking or an invigorating dip during warmer weather.
Considering the country’s mild climate, it’s no surprise hotel prices spike when temperatures do. So visitors should plan on spending some of the cash they saved at the airport on accommodations if they visit during the summer.
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