Which place is cheaper, Glasgow or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manila or Glasgow?
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 Glasgow can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Glasgow?
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.
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $93Glasgow $181
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $93, while the average daily cost in Glasgow is $181. 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 Glasgow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Glasgow $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Glasgow $186
Compare Hotels in Manila and Glasgow
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Glasgow? 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 Glasgow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Glasgow $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Full On 5-7 hours ATV Adventure Rivers-Mountains-Jungle with Transfers Manila: $280
- Tagaytay + Hidden Valley Springs: A Scenic Escape w/ Transfers: $200
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Active Taal Volcano experience 2024 (with transfers): $140
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- Day Hike Mt. Batulao 811 meters with transfers from Manila** 2024: $130
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- ⭐ Manila International Airport Car Transfer To & From City⭐: $73
- Half Day Historical Manila City tour and much more with transfers: $70
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Easy Bus Transfer Between Airport and City Center: $13
- Glasgow hotels to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Arrivals Airport Transfer to City Accommodations: $55
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow city centre to Glasgow (GLA) Airport: $64
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow Airport to City centre: $65
- Private Transfer from Glasgow City Hotels to Greenock Cruise Port: $85
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Business Car: $93
- Departure Private Transfers: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Business Car: $98
- Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $104
- Private Airport Transfer from and to Glasgow : $120
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Luxury Car: $139
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Glasgow?
Prices for flights to both Glasgow 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 $18Glasgow $56
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
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $64
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $69
- Food Tour at the World's Oldest Chinatown: $75
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience with Mari: $82
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila: $145
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market$2.26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Glasgow $28
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: $73
- 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: $342
- From Day Tour to Enchanting Hidden Valley: $160
- From Majestic Pagsanjan Falls Adventure: $160
- From Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $107
- From Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour: $150
- From Taal Volcano Island & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $135
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)$15
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Two Bike Rental$43
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Glasgow Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Uncover Historic In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Glasgow City Centre Daily Walking Tour: 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm: $15
- Private Historical Walking Tour: $16
- Street Art Guided Walking Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.88Glasgow $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine$15
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie$4.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Glasgow, we can see that Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow 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 Glasgow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Glasgow?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Glasgow, 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 Glasgow?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Glasgow. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Glasgow for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Manila is much warmer than Glasgow in the summer. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Glasgow fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Glasgow. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Glasgow 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Manila or Glasgow in the Autumn?
Both Glasgow and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Glasgow in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Manila is much warmer than Glasgow. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Manila in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Glasgow averages at about 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Glasgow. It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Glasgow. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Glasgow 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Manila or Glasgow in the Winter?
Both Glasgow and Manila during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Glasgow can be very cold during winter. In January, Manila is generally much warmer than Glasgow. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 24°C (76°F), and Glasgow fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Glasgow gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Manila usually gets less rain in January than Glasgow. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Glasgow 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Manila or Glasgow in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Glasgow. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the activities around the city.
Manila is much warmer than Glasgow in the spring. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Glasgow fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Glasgow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Glasgow and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 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.