Which place is cheaper, Manila or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Manila, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Delhi or Manila?
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
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 Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, 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 dayDelhi $45Manila $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, 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 Delhi and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Manila $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Manila $110
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Delhi 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: Delhi Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Manila $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.91
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Private Guided Delhi Shopping Tour with Transfers: $8.45
- Private transfers to/from Indira Gandhi International Airport: $10
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotels To Delhi International Airport DEL Drop: $12
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
- Delhi/Jaipur/Agra: Private One-Way Transfer: $15
- Delhi hotel to Delhi Airport transfer: $15
- Delhi - Private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $15
- Private Delhi Agra and Jaipur One Way Transfer : $18
- Humayun's Tomb Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $18
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
- Active Taal Volcano experience 2024 (with transfers): $140
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- Day Hike Mt. Batulao 811 meters with transfers from Manila** 2024: $130
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Half Day Historical Manila City tour and much more with transfers: $70
- Manila Airport (MNL): One-way Private Transfers: $57
- Manila Airport Transfer: $37
- Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $35
- Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Private Transfer: $9.80
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Delhi 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 dayDelhi $12Manila $18
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
- Lunch or dinner with local family: $21
- Food Tour Old Delhi: $31
- Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
- Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
- Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
- Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $43
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $45
- Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $46
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour And Heritage Walk Tour-All Inclusive : $50
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.Delhi $13Manila $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Taj Mahal Day tour from Delhi by Train - All Inclusive: $3.50
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $4.00
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Luxury Old & New Delhi City Tour In 8 Hours: $4.50
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Taj Mahal Agra Same Day Tour from Delhi By Private Car: $4.92
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $5.00
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
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
- ⭐ Makati Bar Hopping Tour with Venus ⭐: $27
- Intramuros Historical Walk Tour: $27
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $32
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $43
- ⭐ Intramuros The Walled City Walking Tour ⭐: $45
- ⭐ Authentic Manila Chinatown Experience ⭐: $46
- Manila One-on-One Walking Tour with Mobile Photography: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Manila $9.97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Manila, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Manila?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Manila. When comparing the sizes of Delhi 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 Delhi or Manila?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Delhi or Manila in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Manila. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives less rain than Manila. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Manila. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Manila averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Manila in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Manila. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Manila. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Manila. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Manila. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Manila in the Winter?
Both Manila and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Delhi usually receives more rain than Manila. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Delhi is much colder than Manila in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Manila in the Spring?
Both Manila and Delhi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
Delhi usually gets more rain in April than Manila. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Delhi is around the same temperature as Manila. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Manila averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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