Cost Comparison Requirements and Guidance

Cost Comparisons are required when personal travel is combined with business travel. 

• The amount of travel expenses reimbursed is the lesser of the cost comparison amount or the actual expense amount. 
• Without a cost-comparison when personal business travel is combined, the maximum reimbursement for airfare is: 
  • Domestic: $550 
  • International: $1000 
• Other times a cost comparison may be required include, but are not limited to: 
  • Flight class upgrades when flights are under 8 hours 
  • Vehicle rental upgrades 
  • Lodging upgrades or additional nights 
  • Drive vs Fly exceeding $550