Which place is cheaper, Manila or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Manila? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Eilat or Manila?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
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 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, 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 dayEilat $140Manila $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $140, 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 Eilat and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $93Manila $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $186Manila $110
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Eilat 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Manila $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- ⭐ Manila International Airport Car Transfer To & From City⭐: $72
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila APT-HTL (MNL) : $30
- Tagaytay + Hidden Valley Springs: A Scenic Escape w/ Transfers: $200
- Round-trip Coron Airport Transfer + Town Tour (Shared): $31
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Clark Airport (CRK) to Subic Bay Port: $46
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $68
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
- Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Private Transfer: $9.80
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Manila $18
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.Eilat $16Manila $20
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $63
- Red canyon jeep tour in Eilat: $70
- Timna park Jeep tour adventure: $70
- Park Timna: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Red Canyon: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Timna Park Tour from Eilat: $150
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
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 dayEilat $27Manila $9.97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Manila, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat 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 Eilat Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 230 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat 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 Eilat 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 Eilat or Manila in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Manila. Eilat 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. Eilat usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Eilat this time of the year. Eilat is a little warmer than Manila in the summer. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Manila fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Manila in the Autumn?
Both Manila and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. In October, Eilat usually receives less rain than Manila. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Eilat is around the same temperature as Manila. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Eilat in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Manila averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Manila in the Winter?
Both Manila and Eilat during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
Eilat usually gets less rain in January than Manila. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Eilat is generally much colder than Manila. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 14°C (57°F), and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Manila in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Manila. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Eilat usually receives less rain than Manila. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Eilat is cooler than Manila in the spring. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Manila fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Eilat
| Eilat | Manila | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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