Which place is cheaper, Manila or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa 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 Haifa 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: Haifa or Manila?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural 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 dayHaifa $123Manila $94
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, 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 Haifa and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Manila $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Manila $110
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Haifa 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Manila $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
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 Haifa or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Manila $18
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
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.Haifa $5.68Manila $20
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $248
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Wine private tour of Central Israel: $949
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 dayHaifa $13Manila $9.97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Manila, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa 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 Haifa Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa 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 Haifa 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 Haifa or Manila in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Manila. Haifa 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. Haifa usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Manila. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 27°C (81°F), and Manila fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Manila in the Autumn?
Both Manila and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa 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, Haifa usually receives less rain than Manila. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Haifa is around the same temperature as Manila in the autumn. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Manila in the Winter?
Both Manila and Haifa during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually gets more rain in January than Manila. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Haifa is much colder than Manila. Typically, the winter temperatures in Haifa in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Manila averages at about 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Manila in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Manila. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Haifa usually receives more rain than Manila. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Haifa is generally much colder than Manila. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 19°C (66°F), and Manila fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Haifa
| Haifa | Manila | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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.