Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas?
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 Las Vegas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Las Vegas?
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.
Las Vegas
Las Vegas has long been the gambling capital of the United States. Known as "Sin City," it is a hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but in recent years it has seen a dramatic increase in weddings and business conferences. It is the largest city in the state of Nevada and one of the most visited and well known cities in the country. It is located in the Mojave Desert in South Nevada and has a very arid climate with very hot and dry summers. The average high in July is 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but as many people like to say "its a dry heat." Winters are cooler and pleasant with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheits. Snow is very rare but the surrounding mountains are often topped with snow during the winter months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America.
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Manila Prices
Philippines PricesLas Vegas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $98Las Vegas $369
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $98, while the average daily cost in Las Vegas is $369. 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 Las Vegas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $50Las Vegas $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $100Las Vegas $316
Compare Hotels in Manila and Las Vegas
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Las Vegas? 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 Las Vegas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Las Vegas $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- MNL Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $13
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Private Transfer from Manila Cruise Port to Manila Airport (MNL): $28
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $28
- Private Airport Transfer: Metro Manila → NAIA Airport (MNL): $30
- Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $30
- Manila Airport Transfer: $38
- Manila Private Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Affordable: $38
- Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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24 Hr Bus Pass$15
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24 hrs Deuce Bus$7.00
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Taxi from Airport to the Strip$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Vegas:
- Manila: MNL Airport Private Transfer to/from Manila City Center: $15
- LAS Airport Private Transfer to Las Vegas City: $17
- Las Vegas Airport (LAS) / Transfer to hotels on the Strip.: $27
- Manila- Private Airport Transfers (SEDAN): $50
- One Way Private Transfer to/from McCarran Airport: $50
- Manila-Private Airport Transfers (MPV or SUV): $55
- Manila Private Electric Sedan Airport Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer from Manila City Hotels to Manila Cruise Port: $59
- Airport Transfer: $64
- Las Vegas Harry Reid Airport Private Transfer Service: $69
- From Las Vegas Airport - Transfer to Hotel: $95
- From Las Vegas Hotel - Transfer to Airport: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Las Vegas?
Prices for flights to both Las Vegas 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 $29Las Vegas $139
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: $60
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $60
- 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 Las Vegas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Coffee$5.00
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Deep Fried Twinkie$1.07
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Chocolate Dip Banana$1.07
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Gelato$5.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Las Vegas.
- Binondo Bites Manila Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Manila Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Manila Filipino Cooking Class: Meryenda Favorites: $60
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience and Tasting: $65
- Manila Food Tour Experience with Local Guide: $70
- Makati Street Food tour Experience: $73
- Chocolate Making Cooking Class With Local Chef: $75
- 2-Hour Italian Pasta Cooking Class: $75
- Makati: Chef-Curated Food Tour by Motorcycle: $88
- Private Manila Local Dishes Food Tour in Malabon: $99
- Las Vegas Downtown walking Secret Food Tour: $99
- Private Filipino Cooking Class in the Heart of Manila,Makati City: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Las Vegas $78
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Explore the Urban Art of Mural and Street Art Tour: $25
- Fort Santiago Guided Tour: $25
- Viva Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $27
- The Dessert Museum Entry Ticket: $27
- Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $30
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $30
- Manila night cruise, night life, foodie tour and 3d theather: $32
- Intramuros Night Bamboo Bike Tour: $34
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Wedding Chapel$139
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Atomic Testing Museum (two people)$12
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Gondola Ride (4 person)$64
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Monorail Ride$5.00
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NY NY Rollercoaster$14
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Circus Circus Adventure Dome Day Pass$26
Tours and Activities in Las Vegas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Las Vegas are as follows:
- BEEsita Sa Bukid - Guided Bee Farm Tour: $9.81
- Ultimate Virtual Reality Fitness and Gaming Experience: $11
- Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket: $19
- Hola Intramuros Historical Tour: $20
- Express Bamboo Bike Tour inside Intramuros: $22
- Makati: Music Clubs, Rooftops, and Go Go Bars Nightlife Tour: $24
- Viva Old Manila! : Intramuros Walking Tour: $25
- A Night in Old Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour: $25
- From Boulder City Self-Guided Tour: $25
- STRAT Tower Observation Deck Ticket: $27
- Gangsters, Glitz, and Gore Las Vegas Ghost Tour: $27
- Dinosaur Outpost Admission Ticket: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.17Las Vegas $55
Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Las Vegas:
- Mobsters, Casinos, and Speaky Bar Crawl: $35
- Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl (party bus add-on option): $36
- Bars Unknown: The Las Vegas Strip Bar Crawl: $49
- Zombie Burlesque Comedy Musical Show Ticket: $49
- Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl: $50
- Fantasy Burlesque Show at Luxor Hotel & Casino: $53
- Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Mixed Drinks: $59
- Nightclub and Bar Crawl with Party Bus and Drinks: $69
- Fremont Street-Old Vegas Bar Crawl: $70
- NIGHTOUT Vegas Bar Crawl: $70
- X Burlesque Show at the Flamingo: $78
- Art & Ale: Explore Las Vegas’ Arts District & Brewery Row: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Las Vegas, we can see that Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas is in North America, 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 Las Vegas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Las Vegas?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Las Vegas. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Las Vegas, 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.
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