Which place is cheaper, Manchester or Tel Aviv?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tel Aviv or Manchester?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Manchester, 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: Tel Aviv or Manchester?
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
Manchester
Located in the heart of Northern England, Manchester is the unofficial Capital of the North. Though it dates back as a Roman city, the city boomed in growth during the Industrial Revolution in textiles, and is today one of the most-visited cities in England by overseas travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $140Manchester $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $140, while the average daily cost in Manchester is $230. 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 Tel Aviv and Manchester in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $87Manchester $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $174Manchester $178
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Manchester
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Manchester? 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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices and Manchester Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $8.78Manchester $24
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station$1.59
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Taxi to Airport$40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): Private Transfer to Tel Aviv: $455
- Private Transfers and Chauffeur Services: $300
- Private transfer service from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: $298
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Haifa hotels - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $297
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Cruise Port: $283
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV Private transfer to Tel Aviv in Luxury Van: $273
- Tel Aviv Private Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Business Car: $273
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: $247
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Jerusalem: $247
- Private Haifa Transfer - from/to Tel Aviv City or (TLV) Airport : $239
- Tel Aviv Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $225
- transfer from bengurion airport to Jerusalem : $200
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Manchester
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Manchester are as follows:
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Rail to Airport$14
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Parking in Manchester$3.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport to Blackpool City: $256
- Arrival Private Transfer: Manchester Airport MAN to Liverpool in Business Car: $121
- Arrival Private Transfer: Manchester Airport MAN to Manchester in Business Car: $117
- Manchester Airport (MAN) to Manchester - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $116
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Private Transfer to Liverpool City: $251
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Private Transfer to Manchester: $156
- Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club - Arrival Transfer: $44
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from London: $8.16
- Manchester Private Transfer from Manchester Airport to City centre: $76
- 1-Wsy Airport Bus Transfer to/from Leeds: $6.89
- Private Round-Trip Transfer From Manchester Airport to Old Trafford Stadium: $280
- Private Transfer Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Manchester?
Prices for flights to both Manchester and Tel Aviv 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 dayTel Aviv $28Manchester $70
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two$23
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$131
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$34
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Aroma Iced Coffee$3.77
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Lunch at the airport$32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Tel Aviv Food Tour of the Carmel Market: $49
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
- Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
- 3 hours Levinsky Market Food Tour : $104
- The 10 Tastings of Tel Aviv With Locals: Private Food Tour : $230
- Private Food Tour to Carmel Market : $266
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manchester
For Manchester, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $44
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $94
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $95
- 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch : $95
- Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $23Manchester $38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv$79
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Etzel museum$4.04
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Tel Aviv for Couples: $240
- Self-guided Graffiti tour in Tel Aviv in your own time and your own pace: $24
- 1-Day Tour Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv: $129
- All the Best of Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $28
- Best of Golan Heights Day Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $190
- Best of Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem: $189
- Best of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Walking Tour - 1 Day: $89
- Bethlehem and Jericho Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv: $190
- Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv: $183
- Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $99
- Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $200
- Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko: Full-Day Tour: $99
Tours and Activities in Manchester
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Manchester.
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.37
- Manchester City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.38
- Manchester’s Rebirth and Renewal: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- England's First Industrial City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Private Manchester Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $13
- Salford Quays Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Canal & River Cruise: $15
- City River Tour: $15
- LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $22Manchester $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $22
- Pub Crawl with Clubs, dance bars and free shots: $22
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $24
- Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $30
- Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl: $42
- Wine Tour North of Israel from Tel Aviv: $959
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $48
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $102
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Manchester, we can see that Manchester is more expensive. And not only is Tel Aviv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Manchester 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 Tel Aviv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tel Aviv 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 Manchester would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manchester than you might in Tel Aviv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tel Aviv Expensive? and Is Manchester Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Manchester?
Manchester has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Manchester, 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.
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.