Which place is cheaper, Dewa Sanzan 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 Dewa Sanzan?
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 Dewa Sanzan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Dewa Sanzan?
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.
Dewa Sanzan
Dewa Sanzan, Japan is a picturesque city in the Tohoku region which consists solely of the three sacred mountains: Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan, and Mount Yudono. The mountains are considered holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and are a popular pilgrimage site, especially since many ascetic pilgrims live in the mountains and are occasionally spotted throughout the various hiking trails.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Dewa Sanzan $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Dewa Sanzan is $86. 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 Dewa Sanzan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Dewa Sanzan $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Dewa Sanzan $58
Compare Hotels in Manila and Dewa Sanzan
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Dewa Sanzan? 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 Dewa Sanzan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Dewa Sanzan $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila HTL-APT (MNL): $30
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Tagaytay-Pagsanjan Falls combo tour with transfers** updated 2024: $180
- 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): $29
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $29
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $24
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- MNL Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Dewa Sanzan?
Prices for flights to both Dewa Sanzan 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 $31Dewa Sanzan $43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- 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
- Authentic Manila Chinatown Food Tour Exploration : $75
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Day Tour in Manilas History and Savor a Cultural Dinner: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Dewa Sanzan $9.56
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 Day in Paradise at Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Adventure: $150
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $125
- Amazing Taal Volcano Tour (Boat Included): $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
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $208
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $85
Tours and Activities in Dewa Sanzan
For Dewa Sanzan, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mount Haguro E-Bike Sightseeing Tour in Yamagata, Japan: $202
- Tsuruoka & Dewa-Sanzan Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Dewa Sanzan $7.53
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Dewa Sanzan, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Dewa Sanzan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dewa Sanzan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dewa Sanzan 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 Manila would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manila than you might in Dewa Sanzan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Dewa Sanzan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Manila or Dewa Sanzan?
Dewa Sanzan 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 Dewa Sanzan in the Summer?
Both Dewa Sanzan 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, the hiking are the main draw to Dewa Sanzan this time of year.
In July, Manila is generally a little warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 27°C (80°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
Dewa Sanzan 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 Dewa Sanzan. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Dewa Sanzan 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Manila or Dewa Sanzan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Dewa Sanzan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, many travelers come to Dewa Sanzan for the hiking trails.
Manila is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Dewa Sanzan 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 Dewa Sanzan. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Dewa Sanzan 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Manila or Dewa Sanzan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Dewa Sanzan. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Dewa Sanzan in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.
Dewa Sanzan can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Manila is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Manila in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Dewa Sanzan averages at about -1°C (30°F).
It's quite rainy in Dewa Sanzan. Manila usually gets less rain in January than Dewa Sanzan. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Dewa Sanzan -1°C (30°F)
Should I visit Manila or Dewa Sanzan in the Spring?
Both Dewa Sanzan and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
In April, Manila is generally much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 29°C (84°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Dewa Sanzan. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Dewa Sanzan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Dewa Sanzan 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 (30°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 151 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 231 mm (9.1 in) |
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