Which place is cheaper, Copenhagen or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Manila or Copenhagen?
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 Copenhagen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Copenhagen?
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.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $99Copenhagen $273
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $99, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is $273. 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 Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $50Copenhagen $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $100Copenhagen $194
Compare Hotels in Manila and Copenhagen
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Copenhagen? 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 Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Copenhagen $77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
- Private Transfer from Manila Cruise Port to Manila Airport (MNL): $28
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $28
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $23
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Airport Transfer: Metro Manila → NAIA Airport (MNL): $30
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- NAIA Airport Transfer to/from anywhere in Metro Manila: $31
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Copenhagen City Center to Kastrup Airport (CPH): $72
- Kastrup hotel/address to Malmö City - Private Arrival Transfer: $103
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port: $118
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $120
- Private transfer Copenhagen airport, Port to or from the city: $122
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $123
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Port: $126
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)- Departure Private Transfer: $126
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport: $126
- Private Direct Transfer From Copenhagen to Malmo: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen 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 $29Copenhagen $114
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $51
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $51
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings: $65
- Street Food tour & Local Jeepney, Tuktuk Ride: $66
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $105
- A taste of Manila's History & Filipino Culture with Buffet Dinner: $175
- Subic: Sunset Dinner Yacht Cruise from Manila & Clark: $212
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $40
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $106
- Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access: $139
- Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $140
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- NEW! Eating Copenhagen Food Tour: More than Smørrebrød: $157
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $188
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Copenhagen $33
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- (Excursion) Day tour in Manila: $258
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $125
- Antipolo Day Tour with Cloud 9 and Pinto Art Museum: $80
- BAGUIO CITY DAY TOUR (FROM MANILA): $357
- BANAUE:BATAD Rice Terraces with Sagada 4D3N PRIVATE TOUR: $7,130
- Banaue-Hapao Rice Terraces (Car Rental W/ Manila Tourist Driver): $300
- Calatagan Beach Waterpark Island Hopping Adventure from Manila: $248
- Cavite Leisure And Farm Tour: $170
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $85
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.25
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Copenhagen's Royal History: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hippies & Christianshavn Tip-Based Walking Tour: $5.83
- Copenhagen Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Copenhagen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 29 reviews: $7.09
- Copenhagen Christiania: Hidden Stories Self-Guided Adventure: $7.38
- Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen: $7.99
- Sakura in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Copenhagen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.37
- Frederiksborg Castle and Gardens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Danish Design Classic and Modern Style Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Copenhagen's Cozy Corners: A Hygge Audio Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.21Copenhagen $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Vejrhøj Arch Hike with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen is in Europe, 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Copenhagen?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Copenhagen. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Copenhagen, 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 Copenhagen?
Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen in the Summer?
Both Copenhagen 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. Furthermore, many visitors come to Copenhagen in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Manila is generally much warmer than Copenhagen. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 27°C (80°F), and Copenhagen fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Copenhagen. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Copenhagen 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Manila or Copenhagen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Copenhagen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Copenhagen for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Manila is much warmer than Copenhagen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Copenhagen fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Copenhagen. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Copenhagen 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Manila or Copenhagen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Copenhagen. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Copenhagen because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Copenhagen can be very cold. In the winter, Manila is much warmer than Copenhagen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Manila in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Copenhagen averages at about 1°C (33°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Copenhagen. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Copenhagen 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Manila or Copenhagen in the Spring?
Both Copenhagen 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 activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year.
In April, Manila is generally much warmer than Copenhagen. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 29°C (84°F), and Copenhagen fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Copenhagen. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Copenhagen 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Copenhagen and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 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.