Which place is cheaper, Osaka 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 Osaka?
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 Osaka can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Osaka?
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.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Manila Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Osaka $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $110. 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 Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Manila and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Osaka? 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 Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Osaka $14
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between KIX Airport and Osaka City: $14
- Private Transfer to/from Universal Studios Japan: $42
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $45
- Osaka International Airport (ITM) Private Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $46
- Shared Departure Transfer: Osaka City to Osaka Itami Airport: $57
- Osaka : Private One-way Transfers to/from Kansai Airport(KIX): $59
- Kansai Airport（KIX） to or from Osaka Kyoto Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer by Sedan from Itami Airport ITM to Osaka City : $65
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Osaka hotels to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka 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 $31Osaka $45
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $30
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $34
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $41
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $51
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $54
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $55
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $55
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Osaka $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 Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.83
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM Live Show & Nightclub Admission Tickets: $6.88
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $7.16
- HEP Ferris Wheel Osaka Entry Ticket: $11
- Osaka Castle Entry Ticket: $13
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $13
- Osaka Hidden Gems Tour: Tennoji & Oldest Temple with Audio Guide: $14
- Osaka Oracle GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $14
- Osaka Tsutenkaku Tower Ticket: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $24
- Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour in Kobe from Osaka: $259
When comparing the travel costs between Manila and Osaka, we can see that Osaka 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 Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Osaka?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Osaka. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Osaka, 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 Osaka?
Osaka 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 Osaka in the Summer?
Both Osaka 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. Also, many travelers come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Manila is around the same temperature as Osaka in the summer. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Osaka 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 Osaka. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Manila or Osaka in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, many visitors come to Osaka in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Manila is a little warmer than Osaka. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Manila in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Osaka averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Osaka 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 Osaka. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Manila or Osaka in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Osaka. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Manila is generally much warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 24°C (76°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Osaka. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Manila or Osaka in the Spring?
Both Osaka 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, the spring months attract visitors to Osaka because of the activities around the city.
Manila is much warmer than Osaka in the spring. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Osaka. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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