Which place is cheaper, Manila or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ankara or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Manila. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Manila?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Manila
A sprawling metropolis that is home to more than 12 million people, Manila is one huge, misunderstood concrete jungle, full of diverse cultures, traffic, pollution, restaurants, shopping malls, noise and nightlife. If you're looking to soak in culture and feel the vibe of a place rather than seeking a city that specifically caters to tourists, Manila is the place to be. Capital of the Philippines, Manila is also the center for education, business, and transportation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $132Manila $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $132, while the average daily cost in Manila is $103. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Ankara and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $54Manila $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $108Manila $106
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Manila? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Ankara Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $35Manila $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.04
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Short Taxi Ride$0.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $48
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $60
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to Ankara City Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $65
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $102
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $102
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $108
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $108
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Full On 5-7 hours ATV Adventure Rivers-Mountains-Jungle with Transfers Manila: $280
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- BATANGAS PROVINCE TO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | MPV: $165
- BATANGAS PROVINCE TO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | SEDAN: $169
- BATANGAS PROVINCE TO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $195
- Day Hike Mt. Batulao 811 meters with transfers from Manila** 2024: $130
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Hundred Island Hopping Day Tour with Transfer: $268
- LAGUNA PROVINCE TO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | SEDAN: $106
- LAGUNA PROVINCE TO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Ankara change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAnkara $53Manila $30
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $62
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- Food Tour at the World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Authentic Manila Chinatown Food Tour Exploration : $75
- Chinatown Food Tour in Manila with Mari: $80
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $99
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila: $145
- Day Tour in Manilas History and Savor a Cultural Dinner: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $32Manila $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.23
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $32
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $32
- Private Tour with a Local: $37
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $216
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $264
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour 3 Days-2 Nights from Ankara: $435
- Istanbul, Ankara and Cappadocia 5 Nights 6 Days Tour: $656
- 5 Day Anatolian Tour from Hattians to Hittite Cities: $2,218
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Guided Tour of the Historic San Sebastian Basilica (Manila): $6.42
- Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $18
- Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
- Intramuros Walking Tour in Manila: $27
- Intramuros Manila Walking Tour: $27
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- Intramuros Historical Walking Tour: $40
- Manila One-on-One Walking Tour with Mobile Photography: $40
- Binondo Chinatown Guided Walking Tour: $42
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $42
- Tondo, smokey mountain, and ugbo park Guided Tour: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $14Manila $9.65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Manila, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Manila is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Manila would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manila and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Manila.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ankara. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Manila, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.