How much does it cost to stay on the space station?
How much does it cost to stay on the space station? That tallies to a nightly rate of about $35,000 per person, which, for the four crew members on the Ax-1 mission — including Commander López-Alegría — totals to $1.1 million for an eight-night stay. Those nightly costs are included in the $55 million price the private astronauts are already paying, Axiom says.
Has Elon Musk been into space?
However, despite his numerous achievements in the space industry, Elon Musk himself has not yet traveled to space.
Who paid $55 million to go to space?
Financier and philanthropist Pathy, Ohio real estate and tech entrepreneur Larry Connor, and Israeli businessman Eytan Stibbe each paid $55 million US for the rocket ride and stay at the ISS.
Can a civilian pay to go to space?
$450,000 will buy you a trip to space with Virgin Galactic and sales open today, February 16, 2022. Those whose lifetime dream is to go into space can now purchase an initial spaceflight reservation and secure membership in the unique community of Future Astronauts, a major step in commercialization of space travel.