Which place is cheaper, Perth 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 Perth?
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 Perth can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Manila Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Perth $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Perth is $158. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Perth $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Perth $150
Compare Hotels in Manila and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Perth? 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 Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Perth $25
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
- Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers: $120
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- PER Airport to Perth City Centre Private Transfer: $34
- Perth Departure Transfer by Private Chauffeur: Perth City Center to Airport: $50
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $61
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $74
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $74
- Private Transfer from Perth Airport(PER) to Fremantle Cruise Port: $75
- Departure Transfer: Perth to Perth Airport PER by Business Car: $79
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $88
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Luxury Van: $107
- Airport Arrival Transfer in Perth : $112
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Perth Airport (PER) to Perth city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $177
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $31Perth $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⭐: $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 Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $99
- Swan River Dinner Cruise: $101
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $122
- Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour: $124
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $149
- Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $167
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Perth $14
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 Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- Fantasy Hunt in Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure: $5.97
- Perth Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.72
- Perth Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour : $9.75
- Perth Bell Tower Entry Ticket and Bell Chiming Experience: $12
- Quest Experience in Cottesloe Beach Perth Pirates by the Sea : $12
- Explore Wonderful Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- CBD Boom and Bust walking tour: $17
- The Perth Mint Gold Tour: $17
- Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth: $17
- Murder-and-Macabre: True Crime Self-Guided Walking Tour of Perth: $17
- Tales-on-Tap: self-guided tour of Perth's Historical Pubs : $17
- Female trailblazers: self-guided women's history tour of Perth: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Perth $7.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Swan Valley Gin Distillery Tasting : $13
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley Half-Day Wine Tour - Small Group Experience: $70
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $70
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Half Day Afternoon: $70
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $79
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $83
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $99
- Swan Valley Wine Tour - Full Day: $100
- Small-Group Bickley Valley Wine Tour: $106
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Perth, we can see that Perth 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 Perth 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 Perth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Perth 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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Perth?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Perth. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth 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 Perth in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Perth. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
In the summer, Manila is around the same temperature as Perth. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Perth averages at about 25°C (76°F)in January.
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Perthin January. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryManila 27°C (80°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Manila or Perth in the Autumn?
Both Perth 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 Perth for the shopping scene.
In October, Manila is generally a little warmer than Perthin April. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Perth fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Perthin April. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilManila 26°C (79°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Manila or Perth in the Winter?
Both Perth 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 Perth in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Manila is much warmer than Perth in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Perth fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in July.
Perth gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Manila usually gets less rain in January than Perthin July. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyManila 24°C (76°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Manila or Perth in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, most visitors come to Perth for the beaches during these months.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Perth. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Perth averages at about 17°C (62°F)in October.
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Perthin October. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberManila 29°C (84°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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