Which place is cheaper, Nagoya 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 Nagoya?
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 Nagoya can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Nagoya?
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.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Manila and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Nagoya? 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 Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Nagoya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila HTL-APT (MNL): $30
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Tagaytay-Pagsanjan Falls combo tour with transfers** updated 2024: $180
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
- Private Transfer from Manila Cruise Port to Manila Airport (MNL): $29
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $29
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $24
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- MNL Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Nagoya Station: $71
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport NGO, Departure Private Transfer: $91
- Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Chubu Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya 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 $31Nagoya $49
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⭐: $62
- 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: $66
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- (Excursion) Day tour in Manila: $258
- A Day in Paradise at Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Adventure: $150
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $125
- Amazing Taal Volcano Tour (Boat Included): $125
- Antipolo Day Tour with Cloud 9 and Pinto Art Museum: $80
- BAGUIO CITY DAY TOUR (FROM MANILA): $357
- BANAUE:BATAD Rice Terraces with Sagada 4D3N PRIVATE TOUR: $7,130
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $208
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $85
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ramen Making Experience: $38
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- English-Guided Jogging Tour of the City (2 hours): $50
- Shirakawago and Takayama Bus Tour from Nagoya: $58
- Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch: $59
- Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya: $61
- Nagoya Castle Private Guided Tour: $64
- Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Nagoya: $65
- Shirakawa-go + Hida Takayama Day Tour from Nagoya Station: $66
- Nagoya Tour in Inuyama Castle, Ena George, Magome and Tsumagojuku: $68
- Private Japanese Martial Arts and Samurai Experience in Gifu: $68
- Legoland Resort ticket in Japan : $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When comparing the travel costs between Manila and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Nagoya?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Nagoya. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Nagoya, 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 Nagoya?
Nagoya 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 Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya and Manila during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Manila is around the same temperature as Nagoya in the summer. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Nagoya. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Manila or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Nagoya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
In the autumn, Manila is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Manila in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Nagoya averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Nagoya. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Manila or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Nagoya. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Nagoya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nagoya. In January, Manila is generally much warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 24°C (76°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Nagoya. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Manila or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Nagoya in the spring for the activities around the city.
Manila is much warmer than Nagoya in the spring. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya 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 (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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