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Travel can coexist with budget living. Comparing flight prices lends a lot to the quality of a trip, at least for budget-oriented travelers. Oftentimes, we find cheaper airfare to cheaper climates enhances the experience. Spending less on a plane ticket affords you more money to use during the vacation, contributing to a happier traveler. For brevity’s sake, we will examine affordable routes from Orlando, Florida, to these budget-friendly countries.

1. Nicaragua

Explore wilderness unlike anywhere else in the world. Nicaragua boasts exquisite mountains and forests concentrated with mahogany and cedar trees. Take the opportunity to inhale the scenery of a black sand volcano by dirt boarding toward the base of the active volcano. Right now, the average one-way ticket to Nicaragua is $283, and one-way tickets begin at $140. 

2. Honduras

Snorkel through crystalline water, immersed in vibrant sea life bursting with color. Observe sea turtles floating through their natural habitats accompanied by schools of striped and spotted fish. Admire the marvel of the coral reef fragment of the Mesoamerican reef that runs through Honduras. Roundtrip flights from Florida to Honduras float under $200. A one-way begins at $69!

3. Peru

Machu Picchu stands proud amidst fog waves and inclement weather. Ancient Incan ruins decorate the land, occupying tourists with hours of being transfixed by long ago civilizations. A stone statue of Jesus Christ overlooks the town of Cusco, protecting its inhabitants and visitors. Fly to Peru from Orlando for a $393 round-trip, or book a one-way ticket to the wonder of the world for $203. 

4. Vietnam

Embarking on a life of budgeted traveling presents its challenges. A plus side of the affordable jet-setting journey occurs when flights dip in price throughout the year. Vietnam’s shoulder season starts in December and lasts through March, introducing tourists to smaller crowds yet uncertain weather patterns. A global explorer can book a flight to Vietnam for under $600. A round-trip package jumps right above the $1,000 line at $1,014. However, Vietnam’s affordable economy makes the roundtrip price worth a few extra dollars. 

5. Taiwan

Experience a culture where eating serves as a focal point—and enjoy some of the tastiest cuisines in the world. After gorging on hot pot and bao, hop over to the Taroko Gorge for a stunning overlook sure to satisfy your tourist appetite. A roundtrip flight to Taiwan from Orlando starts at around $891. The flight to the country costs more than the returning flight, at $541. 

6. Turkey 

Enjoy Santa Claus’ birthplace with a venture to the Middle Eastern paradise otherwise referred to as Turkey. Turkey’s architectural influences stand out as whispers of Classical Ottoman style fused with baroque and Rococo styles to invent the beloved Turkish architecture spread throughout the country. The architecture’s fusion encases Turkey’s overarching atmosphere: a combination of the old classical styles with the refreshing flairs of new themes. Catch a round-trip ticket to the country for $589 or a one-way ticket for $458. 

7. Prague

Envision a storybook-esque country. What do you see? Baroque buildings scattered throughout? Spired buildings announcing their presence? Fairytale footbridges leading guests from one side of the street to the other? Prague encompasses that storybook feeling, inflating the fantasy with clock towers, castles, and mysteriously shaped buildings. Start your journey to Prague for a fare of $424 from Orlando—an extra $137 scores you a ticket on a flight home. 

8. Bulgaria

Behind 234 miles of the Black Sea coastline, a beauteous entry in the world invites guests to explore. Visitors are enticed to pristine sandy beaches and dazzling sunsets. An eye feast includes the bridge with an apt title: Devil’s Bridge, a three-arched stone bridge dating from ancient roads. The road creates a stone walking path over the Arda River, backed by miles upon miles of greenery. Check out the Black Sea Coastline with a one-way ticket to Bulgaria for $481. If you cross the Devil’s Bridge and never wish to return to the States, enjoy the lower-fare economy in Bulgaria. If you hanker to return, snag a $687 roundtrip package. 

9. Spain

Bask in the beauty that is the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, a work in progress bearing a grand creation of sand, stone, glass, and wood to the projected tallest church worldwide. Not into architecture? Challenge yourself to a hike over the Caminito del Rey, finalizing in an incomparable view of the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes gorge. Or soak up the sun on a Spanish island or beach. Book a trip to the destination of endless possibilities for a $425 one-way rate and a $538 one-way rate. 

10. Mexico

In Tulum, travel through a time portal that transports you back to Mayan civilization through a tour of the ruins. Unleash your lifelong dream of plunging into a cenote or an underwater sinkhole inhabited by astounding marine life. Update your education on mummification at the Mummy Museum in Guanajuato, which displays actual mummified bodies. A one-way flight from Orlando costs $138, and a roundtrip ticket costs $303. 

11. Croatia

The turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea lap at the orange-roofed houses peppering Dubrovnik. The city known for maintaining its ancient structures favors medieval stone walls in place of updated, current amenities. Croatia prides itself on its ability to preserve its island. Not only do they sustain their medieval architecture, but they also work to prolong the lives of the Roman ruins in the country. Hop on a round-trip flight to Croatia for $689 or a one-way drop-off for $468 from Orlando. 

12. England

Journey to the homeland of the iconic Big Ben clock, fish and chips, The Beatles, oh! And don’t forget tea time! England fosters top talent in live entertainment, putting on year-round iterations of the best plays ever created. England also attracts guests to the puzzling prehistoric stone display, Stonehenge. The mammoth stones stand sentry in a circle, but no one understands how or when the boulders landed in their current spots. Current flights from Orlando to London are on the cheap side, starting at $112 for a one-way and totaling $373 for a round-trip expedition.  

13. Amsterdam

The smell of crisped waffles permeates the air. Tourists inhale the sweet smell, determined to find the location of the unforgettable pastry. What they find is multiple booths stocked with Belgian waffles and stroopwafels: two thin wafers smushed together over a layer of rich syrup. Bikers zip through the streets, next to trains transporting riders to esteemed museums like the Van Gogh or the Rijksmuseum. A cold canal weaves through all of the city's happenings. A roundtrip ticket to Amsterdam totals $451, and its single-way counterpart takes up $223 for the trip. 

14. Poland

Seventeen UNESCO World Heritage Sites belong to the central European country of Poland. Of the 17 heritage sites, a notable although depressing place to visit is Auschwitz, or the biggest concentration camp during World War II. Millions take the heartbreaking trip to visit Auschwitz to honor and remember those lives lost during the genocide. On a lighter note, Poland also houses The Warsaw Mermaid, a protective, bronze guardian woman with a mermaid tail and a coat of arms. Fly to Poland for $541 round-trip or $468 for a one-way trip. 

15. France 

Admire the River Seine from the lookout tower of the Eiffel Tower. Speculate how ancient French residents walked through miles of underground tunnels in the catacombs. Search for a delectable pastry from local shops, probably stumbling into a tourist hotspot. Spend a day gazing at the art in the Louvre, wondering why the Mona Lisa is such a small framed painting. From Orlando to France, expect to pay around $223 for a one-way ticket and up to $610 for a roundtrip deal. 

16. Costa Rica

Travel to the tropical jungle mixed with a cloud forest oasis full of howler monkeys, delicious fruit, and jaw-dropping nature spectacles, all for $82 one way. The lower side of the trip starts in the $80s to Costa Rica, with an average round-trip flight back to and from Costa Rica averaging $196, according to Expedia. Spirit Airlines is a popular airline offering a cheap, quick fare to Costa Rica. 

*Pulled flight data from Expedia.