Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or El Nido?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit El Nido or Nagasaki?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit El Nido or Nagasaki? 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: El Nido or Nagasaki?
El Nido
El Nido is a coastal destination on the Philippine island of Palawan. It consists of about 45 islands and islets all with beautiful beachfront scenery and plenty of opportunities for experiencing nature above and below the water. Some of the island's best features include limestone karst cliffs, coral reefs, lagoons, coves, and waterfalls.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Philippines, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEl Nido $40Nagasaki $96
The average daily cost (per person) in El Nido is $40, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $96. 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 El Nido and Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEl Nido $14Nagasaki $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEl Nido $28Nagasaki $102
Compare Hotels in El Nido and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in El Nido or Nagasaki? 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: El Nido Hotel Prices and Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.El Nido $19Nagasaki $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in El Nido
Also for El Nido, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Van Transfer : From El Nido to Puerto Princesa Palawan: $150
- Private Transfer from El Nido to Port Barton Palawan: $150
- Private Transfer From El Nido Lio Airport To El Nido Hotels: $20
- Lio Airport to/from Hotel Transfers: $37
- El Nido Town: Transfers to/from Nacpan Beach: $12
- El Nido (Lio) Airport Transfers: $50
- EXPEDITION HAPPINESS PRIVATE TRANSFER: $200
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $147
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $163
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $147
- Private Transfer from Uragashira Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $164
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka hotels: $164
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka City Hotels: $147
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $148
- Private Transfer from Sasebo Cruise Port to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): $164
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki hotels: $70
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki Hotels: $63
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Cruise Port to Nagasaki Airport: $53
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into El Nido or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki and El Nido 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 dayEl Nido $12Nagasaki $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $55
- Private Walking Street Food Tour Of Nagasaki: $169
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.El Nido $5.46Nagasaki $24
Tours and Activities in El Nido
For El Nido, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- El Nido Full Day Tour C with Buffet Lunch : $45
- All-Inclusive El Nido Island Hopping Private Tour: $153
- Island Hopping Tour A with Lunch No Hidden Charges: $46
- Private Island Hopping Tour A with BUFFET LUNCH: $133
- Private Island Hopping Tour C w/BUFFET LUNCH: $137
- Sharing/Joiner Island Hopping Tour A w/BUFFET LUNCH: $22
- Sharing/Joiner Island Hopping Tour B: $27
- Sharing/Joiner Island Hopping Tour C w/BUFFET LUNCH: $29
- El Nido Big Lagoon & Tropical Island Private Tour: $199
- El Nido Group Tour B - Cave Tour w/ Island Lunch: $48
- El Nido Island Hopping Tour ( Private & All-Inclusive ): $170
- El Nido Island Hopping Tour A: $28
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Experience Hasami Ware with professionals ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~: $132
- 4 Hour Private Cherry Blossom "Sakura" Experience in Nagasaki: $228
- Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $13
- Hasami Ware 2-Day Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~: $198
- Hasami Ware Study Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~ : $103
- Japan Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Admission Ticket: $57
- Japan Huis Ten Bosch Ticket: $63
- Must-See Nagasaki With A Local: Private & Personalized Walking Experience: $249
- Nagasaki Custom Full Day Tour: $236
- Nagasaki Custom Half Day Tour: $147
- Nagasaki Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $157
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEl Nido $8.49Nagasaki $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between El Nido and Nagasaki, we can see that Nagasaki is more expensive. And not only is El Nido much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to El Nido would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in El Nido 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 Nagasaki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagasaki than you might in El Nido.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is El Nido Expensive? and Is Nagasaki Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, El Nido or Nagasaki?
Nagasaki has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of El Nido. When comparing the sizes of El Nido and Nagasaki, 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.