well don't give up. $2k can be saved, especially if it's someone you really care about (idk how much more your expenses would be though). you really can't make any long-term plans unless you get on well with him irl.

and you forgot to mention if it would be any easier if he came to your continent?

also: it's not really running away if you only visit for a few weeks. think of it as an expensive vacation or something. i think you should go for it if you can.