Which place is cheaper, Paris 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 Paris?
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 Paris can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Paris?
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.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $98Paris $307
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $98, while the average daily cost in Paris is $307. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $50Paris $177
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $100Paris $354
Compare Hotels in Manila and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Paris $25
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
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $150
- Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers: $120
- Private Transfer from Angeles City to Subic Bay Cruise Port: $100
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- Half Day Intramuros and Distillery Experience with Transfer: $73
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.41
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Train from Airport$10
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Metro tickets$7.88
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private round trip transfer from/to Paris airports: $24
- McArthurGlen Paris-Giverny Designer Outlet transfer from Paris: $34
- Paris CDG Airport to and from Paris City and Disneyland Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer Service in Paris – Select Your Route: $40
- Notre Dame Interior and Exterior tour with Optional transfer: $42
- Paris Private Airport Transfers - Comfort Cars: $43
- Paris Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Train Station: $43
- Private Transfer Arrival and Departure Orly Airport ORY: $44
- CDG/ORY Airport Private Transfer to/from Paris City Center: $45
- Private Arrival Transfer: Paris Train Station to Hotel: $45
- CDG Airport Private Transfer ⇄ City Center/Disneyland: $48
- Paris Private Arrival Transfer: Railway Station to Hotel: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 $28Paris $84
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
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.27
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Breakfast$8.11
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Breakfast for 2$34
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Dinner on River Cruise$100
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Dinner$66
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $68
- Seine River Cruise and Dinner at Traditional Parisian Restaurant: $76
- Paris Vegan Street Food Tour: $77
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $77
- Award Winning Paris Secret Food Tour with Cheese, Wines & Stories: $80
- Paris Bakery Food Tour Chocolate Macarons and 10 Sweet Tastings: $87
- St Germain Food Tour with 10+ French Delicacies Tastings: $87
- 100% Vegetarian Paris Food Tour in Le Marais Full Meal: $94
- Montmartre Pastries and Chocolate Food Tour with 6 plus Tastings: $94
- Paris Le Marais Food Tour with Wine: 10+ Tastings & 6 Stops: $94
- 2 Hour Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $95
- Notre Dame and Latin Quarter Food Tour with 10 Authentic Tastings: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Paris $88
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 Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $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
- Banaue-Hapao Rice Terraces (Car Rental W/ Manila Tourist Driver): $300
- Cavite Leisure And Farm Tour: $170
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $68
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39
- Experience Manila's Heritage: Intramuros & More in Half a Day!: $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.79
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Catacombs (2)$27
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $3.09
- Self-Guided Tours in Paris with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.55
- Montmartre Walking Tour: Artists & the Soul of Paris: $3.55
- Free Perfume Museum & Opera District Tour in English: $3.55
- Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based): $3.55
- Free Tour of the Historic Center of Paris in Spanish: $3.56
- Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based): $4.75
- Central Paris Highlights Walking Tour: $4.75
- Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Walking Tour: $5.50
- Eternelle Notre Dame: Notre-Dame Virtual Reality Tour: $5.93
- Notre-Dame Outdoor Guided Tour with Optional Cathedral Access: $5.93
- Paris Notre Dame the Restored Masterpiece Guided Tour: $5.93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.14Paris $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $21
- Paris Pub Crawl : Bars with Club Entry and Shots: $30
- Paris Montmartre Cheese Charcuterie Wine Tasting with Audio Tour: $30
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $30
- Visit and tasting at the distillery L'Alambic Parisien: $33
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $36
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $42
- Guided Tour of Montmartre with Cheese and Wine Tasting: $43
- Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise & l'Atelier des lumières: $53
- Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $56
- Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $71
- Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Paris?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Paris. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Paris, 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 Paris?
Paris 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 Paris in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Paris. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Paris because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Manila is a little warmer than Paris. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Paris averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Paris. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Manila or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris 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, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Paris. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Manila or Paris in the Winter?
Both Paris 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 travelers come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Paris. Manila is much warmer than Paris in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Paris fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Paris. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Manila or Paris in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Paris. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, many visitors come to Paris in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Paris averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Paris. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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