Which place is cheaper, Manchester or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manila or Manchester?
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 Manchester can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Manchester?
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.
Manchester
Located in the heart of Northern England, Manchester is the unofficial Capital of the North. Though it dates back as a Roman city, the city boomed in growth during the Industrial Revolution in textiles, and is today one of the most-visited cities in England by overseas travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Philippines, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $93Manchester $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $93, while the average daily cost in Manchester is $230. 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 Manchester in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Manchester $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Manchester $178
Compare Hotels in Manila and Manchester
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Manchester? 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 Manchester Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Manchester $24
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Manchester
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Manchester are as follows:
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Rail to Airport$14
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Parking in Manchester$3.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Wsy Airport Bus Transfer to/from Leeds: $6.89
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from London: $8.16
- Southampton Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Manchester: $8.16
- Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club - Arrival Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Alderley Edge: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Stockport: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Adlington (Macclesfield): $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Eccles: $57
- Private Transfer from Partington to Manchester Airport (MAN): $57
- Private Transfer from Cadishead to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford Quays to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Manchester?
Prices for flights to both Manchester 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 $18Manchester $70
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manchester
For Manchester, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $44
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $94
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $95
- 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch : $95
- Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Manchester $38
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
Tours and Activities in Manchester
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Manchester.
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.37
- Manchester City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.38
- Manchester’s Rebirth and Renewal: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- England's First Industrial City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Private Manchester Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $13
- Salford Quays Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Canal & River Cruise: $15
- City River Tour: $15
- LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.88Manchester $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $48
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $102
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Manchester, we can see that Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manchester 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 Manchester Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Manchester?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Manchester. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Manchester, 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 Manchester?
Manchester 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 Manchester in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Manchester. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Manchester this time of year.
In the summer, Manila is much warmer than Manchester. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Manchester averages at about 16°C (62°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Manchester. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Manchester 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Manila or Manchester in the Autumn?
Both Manchester 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 travelers come to Manchester for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Manchester. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Manchester fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Manchester. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Manchester 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Manila or Manchester in the Winter?
Both Manchester 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, many visitors come to Manchester in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Manchester can get quite cold in the winter. Manila is much warmer than Manchester in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Manchester fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Manchester. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Manchester 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Manila or Manchester in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Manchester. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, most visitors come to Manchester for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Manchester. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Manchester averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Manchester. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Manchester 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Manchester and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
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