Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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.
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines.
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Manila Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $99Nadi (Port Denarau) $202
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $99, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $202. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $50Nadi (Port Denarau) $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $100Nadi (Port Denarau) $216
Compare Hotels in Manila and Nadi (Port Denarau)
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.96
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
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $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
- NAIA Airport Transfer to/from anywhere in Metro Manila: $31
- Manila Airport Transfer: $38
- Manila Private Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Affordable: $38
- Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.28
- Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels: $9.28
- Private Shuttle Transfer to Nadi International Airport: $9.28
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.28
- Private Departure Transfer To Nadi Airport From Your Hotel: $9.33
- Private Departure Transfer From Your Hotel To Nadi Airport (cfc approved): $9.33
- Private Transfer from Nadi Intl Airport to Sheraton Fiji Resort: $11
- Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel: $12
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Port Denarau Marina: $15
- Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Port Denarau, Terraces & Palms Apartm: $16
- CFC Approved Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Radisson Blu Resort: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer- Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 $29Nadi (Port Denarau) $71
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: $51
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $51
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nadi (Port Denarau).
- Capt Cook Cruises Super Saver Combo: Day Sail + Dinner Cruise: $203
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Nadi (Port Denarau) $33
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
- The Dessert Museum Entry Ticket: $27
- Viva Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $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
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- Kava Factory Tour and Flavored Kava Tasting Experience: $55
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $60
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool Tour: $74
- Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island: $75
- Nadi Sightseeing & Mud Pool Tour: $78
- Garden of Sleeping Giant Tour with Tifajek Mud Pool and Hotspring: $80
- Garden of Sleeping Giant with Sabeto Hotspring Mudpool Tour: $80
- Private Tour: Hot spings & Sleeping Giant Garden hiking Adventure: $81
- Nadi Heritage Tour: $84
- Cultural Night Tour: $86
- Nadi Sightseeing Include Viseisei Village, Market, Garden& Temple: $88
- Fiji Lautoka Shore Excursions Tour: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.21Nadi (Port Denarau) $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific, 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 250 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Manila and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.
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.