Which place is cheaper, Manila or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Nha Trang and Manila. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Nha Trang or Manila?
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Manila $99
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Manila is $99. 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 Nha Trang and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Manila $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Manila $100
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Manila? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Manila $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
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
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- 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
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Manila $29
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Crossing: Sunset Cruise Live Music, Buffet Dinner & DJ Party: $79
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.06Manila $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.22
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.66
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.80
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.51
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
- 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
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Manila $9.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Manila, we can see that Manila is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Manila, 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 Nha Trang or Manila?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Nha Trang or Manila in the Summer?
Both Manila and Nha Trang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Manila. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nha Trang in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Manila averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Manila in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Manila. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Manila receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives around the same amount of rain as Manila. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Manila. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Manila in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Manila. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Nha Trang usually gets more rain in January than Manila. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Manila in the winter. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Manila in the Spring?
Both Manila and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Manila. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Nha Trang is cooler than Manila. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nha Trang in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Manila averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Nha Trang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 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.