Which place is cheaper, Manila or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Manila?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Manila, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Manila?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
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 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Eco Tours in Philippines, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Manila €86
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Manila is €86. 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 Tallinn and Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Manila €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Manila €100
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Manila €13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport(TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port: $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $16
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $41
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn TLL Airport by Luxury Van: $41
- Private Airport Transfer: $43
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $48
- Airport Transfer Service: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- ⭐ Manila International Airport Car Transfer To & From City⭐: $73
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila APT-HTL (MNL) : $30
- Tagaytay + Hidden Valley Springs: A Scenic Escape w/ Transfers: $200
- Round-trip Coron Airport Transfer + Town Tour (Shared): $31
- Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nido Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Clark Airport (CRK) to Subic Bay Port: $46
- Private Departure Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $68
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €36Manila €16
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $64
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
- Tallinn Food Tour: $116
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
- Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $137
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
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $64
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- Makati Street Food Tour Experience: $69
- Food Tour at the World's Oldest Chinatown: $75
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience with Mari: $82
- 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.Tallinn €5.63Manila €18
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $7.00
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.60
- Tales of Reval Smartphone App Self-Guided GPS Walking Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $14
- Terrific Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self-Guided Tour to Most Instagrammable Places in Tallinn: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $16
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $188
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $73
- Corregidor daytour Via Manila to Bataan: $298
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $80
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
- From 4-Day Sagada and Banaue Rice Terraces Tour: $342
- From Day Tour to Enchanting Hidden Valley: $160
- From Majestic Pagsanjan Falls Adventure: $160
- From Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $107
- From Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour: $150
- From Taal Volcano Island & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Manila €9.16
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mad Monk’s Pub Crawl Tallinn: $22
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $27
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drinks, Local Guide: $42
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $72
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $124
When comparing the travel costs between Tallinn and Manila, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Tallinn is in Europe and Manila is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn 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 Tallinn or Manila?
Tallinn 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 Tallinn or Manila in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Manila. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
In the summer, Tallinn is much colder than Manila. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tallinn in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Manila averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite rainy in Manila. Tallinn usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Manila in the Autumn?
Both Manila and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Tallinn is generally much colder than Manila. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 7°C (44°F), and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. In October, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Manila. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Manila in the Winter?
Both Manila and Tallinn during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
It's quite cold in Tallinn in the winter. Tallinn is much colder than Manila in the winter. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Manila. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Manila in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Manila. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the natural beauty. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tallinn. In the spring, Tallinn is much colder than Manila. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tallinn in April average around 4°C (39°F), and Manila averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In April, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Manila. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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