Which place is cheaper, Sado or Manila?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manila or Sado?
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 Sado can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Sado?
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.
Sado
Sado Island, Japan is located just off the coast of Niigata and is an old gold mining town that has since developed into a quiet summer holiday destination. The island is home to two mountain ranges, O-Sado in the north and Ko-sado in the south, with the popular Kuninaka plain in between the mountain ranges. With the remoteness of the island, it has become a popular destination for tourists to experience old Japan and get away from the busy mainland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Philippines, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $94Sado $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $94, while the average daily cost in Sado is $62. 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 Sado in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $55Sado $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $110Sado $60
Compare Hotels in Manila and Sado
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Sado? 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 Sado Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Sado $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Private Transfer: $9.80
- Private One-way Airport Transfer(Manila Airport To/From Manila): $22
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $22
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nido Transfer: $25
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila APT-HTL (MNL) : $30
- Round-trip Coron Airport Transfer + Town Tour (Shared): $31
- Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $35
- Manila Airport Transfer: $37
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Transfer from Clark Airport (CRK) to Subic Bay Port: $46
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Sado?
Prices for flights to both Sado 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 $18Sado $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Night Market and food tour Experience: $58
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $63
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $63
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- Food Tour at the World's Oldest Chinatown: $75
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience with Mari: $81
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $20Sado $8.43
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Guided Tour of the Historic San Sebastian Basilica (Manila): $6.42
- Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $18
- Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
- ⭐ Makati Bar Hopping Tour with Venus ⭐: $27
- Intramuros Historical Walk Tour: $27
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $32
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $43
- ⭐ Intramuros The Walled City Walking Tour ⭐: $45
- ⭐ Authentic Manila Chinatown Experience ⭐: $46
- Manila One-on-One Walking Tour with Mobile Photography: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.97Sado $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Sado, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Sado much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sado would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sado 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 Manila would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manila than you might in Sado.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Sado Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Manila or Sado?
Sado 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 Sado in the Summer?
Both Sado and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Sado because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Manila is a little warmer than Sado. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Sado averages at about 23°C (74°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sado. It's quite rainy in Manila. In July, Manila usually receives more rain than Sado. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Sado receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Sado 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Manila or Sado in the Autumn?
Both Sado and Manila during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Sado this time of year.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Sado. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Sado fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Sado 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 October than Sado. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Sado receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Sado 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Manila or Sado in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Sado. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Also, many travelers come to Sado for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sado. Manila is much warmer than Sado in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Sado fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Sado receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Manila usually receives less rain than Sado. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Sado receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Sado 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Manila or Sado in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Manila as well as Sado. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Sado. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Sado averages at about 10°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Sado. Manila usually gets less rain in April than Sado. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Sado receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Sado 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Sado and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
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.