Which place is cheaper, Manila or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Can Tho and Manila can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Manila?
Can Tho
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
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 Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Philippines, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $57Manila $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $57, while the average daily cost in Manila is $94. 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 Can Tho and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $27Manila $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $54Manila $110
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho 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: Can Tho Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $13Manila $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $25
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $40
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $43
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Ho Chi Minh: $112
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $112
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
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Active Taal Volcano experience 2024 (with transfers): $140
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
- Day Hike Mt. Batulao 811 meters with transfers from Manila** 2024: $130
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- ⭐ Manila International Airport Car Transfer To & From City⭐: $72
- Half Day Historical Manila City tour and much more with transfers: $70
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $68
- Manila Airport (MNL): One-way Private Transfers: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Can Tho 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 dayCan Tho $17Manila $18
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
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Restaurant Dinner (for Two)$5.19
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.08
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$6.95
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.64
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Boat tour on Mekong river see the sunset, small canal, Vegan dinner, street food: $29
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- Can Tho food tour designed by local chef: $38
- Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
- Eco Cooking Class and Market Tour: $47
- Walking street food tour designed by local chef: $47
- Full-Day Experience in Mekong Cycling and Authentic Home Cooking: $60
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
- 2 Days Tour in Can Tho with Boat Trip and Cooking Class : $139
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Night Market and food tour Experience: $58
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $63
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $63
- 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: $75
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience with Mari: $81
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Manila $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sunset Boat Ride$2.00
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.39
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $32
- The hidden Fabulous Floating Market and small canal (Non-tourist small canal): $33
- Half-Day Private Cai Rang Floating Market & Small Canal Boat Tour: $33
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $33
- Discover Can Tho Floating Market and Small Canal Adventure: $35
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $35
- From Cai Rang Floating Market Group tour: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Cái Răng Floating Market: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Sơn Islet: $39
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $40
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour -Amazing Can Tho : $45
- Rural and Tropical Island Tour at Can Tho: $48
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $188
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $72
- Corregidor daytour Via Manila to Bataan: $298
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $80
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- From 4-Day Sagada and Banaue Rice Terraces Tour: $338
- From Day Tour to Enchanting Hidden Valley: $160
- From Majestic Pagsanjan Falls Adventure: $160
- From Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $106
- From Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour: $150
- From Taal Volcano Island & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.59Manila $9.97
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
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Beer$3.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Manila, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Can Tho much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Can Tho would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Can Tho 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 Manila would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manila than you might in Can Tho.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Can Tho Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho 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.
When is the best time to visit Can Tho or Manila?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Can Tho or Manila in the Summer?
Both Manila and Can Tho during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Can Tho is around the same temperature as Manila. Typically, the summer temperatures in Can Tho in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Manila averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Manila in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Manila. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho. Manila receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Manila. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Manila. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Manila in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Manila. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
Can Tho usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Manila. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Can Tho is around the same temperature as Manila in the winter. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 26°C (78°F) in January, and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Manila in the Spring?
Both Manila and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In April, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Manila. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Can Tho is around the same temperature as Manila. Typically, the spring temperatures in Can Tho in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Manila averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Can Tho
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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