Which place is cheaper, Coffs Harbour or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manila or Coffs Harbour?
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 Manila and Coffs Harbour can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Coffs Harbour?
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.
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour is in New South Wales between Brisbane and Sydney. Historically, Coffs Harbour has been a popular vacation destination among families, particularly Australian families. Most visitors today are families that are carrying on a longstanding tradition and bringing their children to the holiday destination of their childhood. You'll also find backpackers who spend up to a week here, dividing the trip between Sydney and Brisbane. The area has a well established tourist infrastructure that is not as trendy as that in Byron Bay, but it remains a wonderful community to visit if you're not looking for the party atmosphere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Philippines, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, The Best Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $94Coffs Harbour $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $94, while the average daily cost in Coffs Harbour is $135. 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 Manila and Coffs Harbour in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $55Coffs Harbour $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $110Coffs Harbour $126
Compare Hotels in Manila and Coffs Harbour
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Coffs Harbour? 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: Manila Hotel Prices and Coffs Harbour Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Coffs Harbour $22
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
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Round-trip Coron Airport Transfer + Town Tour (Shared): $31
- Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nido Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Clark Airport (CRK) to Subic Bay Port: $46
- Private One-way Airport Transfer(Manila Airport To/From Manila): $22
- 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
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Coffs Harbour?
Prices for flights to both Coffs Harbour and Manila 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 dayManila $18Coffs Harbour $51
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.Manila $20Coffs Harbour $41
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Coffs Harbour
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Coffs Harbour's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Surfing Museum (for 2)$7.14
Tours and Activities in Coffs Harbour
For Coffs Harbour, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Daytime Kayak Eco Tour of New South Wales: $40
- Sunset Kayak Eco Tour with Marine Scientist: $40
- Coffs Harbour Whale Watch Experience: $63
- Sunset Experience: $77
- Rainforest & Waterfall Experience: $126
- Coastal Adventure: $126
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.97Coffs Harbour $8.34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Coffs Harbour, we can see that Coffs Harbour is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manila is in Asia and Coffs Harbour is in Pacific, 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 Coffs Harbour would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coffs Harbour 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 Manila Expensive? and Is Coffs Harbour Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Coffs Harbour?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 170 times larger than the population of Coffs Harbour. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Coffs Harbour, 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 Manila or Coffs Harbour?
Coffs Harbour has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Manila experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Manila or Coffs Harbour in the Summer?
Both Coffs Harbour and Manila during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Coffs Harbour in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Manila is a little warmer than Coffs Harbour. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Coffs Harbour averages at about 23°C (74°F)in January.
Coffs Harbour gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Coffs Harbourin January. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Coffs Harbour receives 187 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryManila 27°C (80°F)Coffs Harbour 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Manila or Coffs Harbour in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Coffs Harbour. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, most visitors come to Coffs Harbour for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Manila is generally a little warmer than Coffs Harbourin April. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Coffs Harbour fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
Coffs Harbour receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Coffs Harbourin April. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Coffs Harbour receives 215 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilManila 26°C (79°F)Coffs Harbour 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Manila or Coffs Harbour in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Coffs Harbour. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Coffs Harbour because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Manila is much warmer than Coffs Harbour in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Coffs Harbour fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in July.
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Coffs Harbourin July. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Coffs Harbour receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyManila 24°C (76°F)Coffs Harbour 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Manila or Coffs Harbour in the Spring?
Both Coffs Harbour and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Coffs Harbour this time of year.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Coffs Harbour. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Coffs Harbour averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coffs Harbour. In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Coffs Harbourin October. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Coffs Harbour receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberManila 29°C (84°F)Coffs Harbour 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Coffs Harbour and Manila
| Manila | Coffs Harbour | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 195 mm (7.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
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