Which place is cheaper, Montreal 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 Montreal?
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 Montreal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Montreal?
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.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Manila Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Montreal $235
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $235. 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 Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Manila and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Montreal? 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 Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Montreal $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Tagaytay-Pagsanjan Falls combo tour with transfers** updated 2024: $180
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $65
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $53
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YUL Airport Private Transfer to Downtown|Hotels: $29
- Departure transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL by Car or SUV: $60
- Private One Way Transfer from Montreal to Montreal Airport: $64
- Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $71
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $73
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $78
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $99
- Private Transfer from Montreal City to Montreal (YUL) Airport: $111
- Montréal Airport (YUL) to Montreal hotel or port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $139
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury Van: $186
- Transfer Montreal International Airport to Downtown Montreal: $187
- Private Transfer from Montreal Airport to Ottawa: $212
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal 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 $31Montreal $62
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⭐: $64
- 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: $68
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $73
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.96
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bateau-Mouche Cruise with A La Carte Dinner Option: $61
- Jean-Talon & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Tasting: $77
- Jean-Talon Market Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour: $78
- Beyond the Market Non-Touristy Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $81
- Mile End District Food Tour with 8+ Tastings: $81
- Montreal Cooking Class - Learn to make Dim Sums: $84
- Jean-Talon Market & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Tastings: $89
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $89
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $115
- Cooking Class & Lunch with Michelin-Trained Chef: $128
- Jewish Neighborhood Food Tour: $129
- Montreal Gourmet Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Montreal $21
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- (Excursion) Day tour in Manila: $265
- A Day in Paradise at Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Adventure: $150
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $24
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Amazing Taal Volcano Tour (Boat Included): $125
- Antipolo Day Tour with Cloud 9 and Pinto Art Museum: $82
- BAGUIO CITY DAY TOUR (FROM MANILA): $365
- BANAUE:BATAD Rice Terraces with Sagada 4D3N PRIVATE TOUR: $7,305
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $208
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $73
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $85
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based : $5.00
- Montreal Prohibition Mystery: Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $7.20
- Montréal Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $7.74
- Old Montreal Historical Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Montreal's Golden Square Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Old Self-Guided Tour from Place D‘Armes to Old Port: $12
- Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour: $12
- Irish Famine in Montreal Walking Tour: $20
- Montreal Old Port: Urban Zipline Ticket: $21
- Musée des Hospitalières Entry & Digital City Tour: $21
- Old Montreal in 90 Minutes Walking Tour: $22
- 1hr Sunset Boat tour on the St Lawrence River Old Port Montreal: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Montreal $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Pub Crawl: $24
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $24
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $41
- Guided Pub Crawl of the City's Skyline Bars: $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Montreal, we can see that Montreal 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 Montreal 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal 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 Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Montreal?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Montreal. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Montreal, 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 Montreal?
Montreal 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 Montreal in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Montreal. 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 Montreal this time of year.
Manila is a little warmer than Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Montreal. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Manila or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal 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 Montreal for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Manila is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Manila in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Montreal. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Manila or Montreal in the Winter?
Both Montreal 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 Montreal in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Montreal can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Manila is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 24°C (76°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Montreal. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Manila or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Montreal. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, most visitors come to Montreal for the activities around the city during these months.
Manila is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Montreal. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Montreal 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)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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