Which place is cheaper, Setubal 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 Setubal?
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 Setubal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Setubal?
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.
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $98Setubal $173
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $98, while the average daily cost in Setubal is $173. 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 Setubal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $50Setubal $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $100Setubal $136
Compare Hotels in Manila and Setubal
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Setubal? 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 Setubal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Setubal $63
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
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- 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
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Setubal?
Prices for flights to both Setubal 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 $29Setubal $70
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: $60
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $60
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Setubal
For Setubal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Evora Cooking Class & Wine Pairings in Fatima’s Home: $220
- Lisbon Getaway: Private Arrábida Wine & Food Tour: $236
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Setubal $15
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 Full Day Tour Adventure From Manila’s History to Volcano Views: $180
- 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
- Calatagan Beach Waterpark Island Hopping Adventure from Manila: $248
- Cavite Leisure And Farm Tour: $170
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Evora Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $5.88
- Secrets of Setúbal: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.06
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $29
- Gatsby Experience: The Bartender Challenge: $35
- Sesimbra Medieval Tour: Castle, History & Views Near Lisbon: $39
- Walking tours by Evora UNESCO World Heritage Site: $41
- Kayak Tour with Guide in Sesimbra: $41
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves: $41
- Small Group Kayak Tour along Sesimbra - Arrábida Natural Park: $47
- Sesimbra - Half-Day Kayak Tour: $47
- Tour to the caves of Sesimbra: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.17Setubal $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $153
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Setubal, we can see that Setubal 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 Setubal 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal 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 Setubal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Setubal?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Setubal, 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 Setubal?
Setubal 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 Setubal in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Setubal. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Manila is a little warmer than Setubal. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Setubal averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Setubal. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Setubal 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Manila or Setubal in the Autumn?
Both Setubal and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
In October, Manila is generally a little warmer than Setubal. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Setubal. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Setubal 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Manila or Setubal in the Winter?
Both Setubal 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.
Manila is much warmer than Setubal in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Setubal fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Setubal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Manila usually gets less rain in January than Setubal. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Setubal 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Manila or Setubal in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Setubal. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Setubal. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Setubal averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Setubal. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Setubal 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Setubal and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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