Which place is cheaper, Manchester or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Manchester?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Manchester can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Varna or Manchester?
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
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 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, 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 dayVarna $65Manchester $229
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Manchester is $229. 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 Varna and Manchester in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Manchester $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Manchester $176
Compare Hotels in Varna and Manchester
Looking for a hotel in Varna 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Manchester Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Manchester $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
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$3.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Manchester Airport MAN to Liverpool in Business Car: $121
- Manchester Airport (MAN) to Manchester - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $116
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Private Transfer to Liverpool City: $249
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Private Transfer to Manchester: $155
- Manchester Airport(MAN) to Liverpool- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $157
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from London: $8.12
- Manchester Private Transfer from Manchester Airport to City centre: $75
- 1-Wsy Airport Bus Transfer to/from Leeds: $6.86
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Manchester Airport: $99
- Private Round-Trip Transfer From Manchester Airport to Old Trafford Stadium: $279
- Private Transfer Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club: $87
- Private Transfer from Astley to Manchester Airport (MAN): $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Manchester?
Prices for flights to both Manchester and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Manchester $69
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
- Hard Rock Cafe Manchester with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $35
- Private Italian Dinner with a Romantic Night Experience: $63
- 2 Hours Sicilian Wine Tasting and Dinner at Manchester: $76
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $87
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $89
- 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.Varna $8.55Manchester $38
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
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: $4.36
- Manchester City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- 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
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Private Manchester Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $12
- Salford Quays Guided Walking Tour: $12
- Canal & River Cruise: $15
- City River Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Manchester $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $101
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Manchester, we can see that Manchester is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Manchester Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Manchester?
Manchester has a larger population, and is about 26% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna 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.
When is the best time to visit Varna or Manchester?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Varna or Manchester in the Summer?
Both Manchester and Varna during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Manchester for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Varna is a little warmer than Manchester. Typically, the summer temperatures in Varna in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Manchester averages at about 16°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Varna. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than Manchester. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manchester receives 176 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Manchester. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Manchester 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Varna or Manchester in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Manchester. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Manchester because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Varna is generally a little warmer than Manchester. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 14°C (57°F), and Manchester fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Manchester during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Manchester receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Manchester. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Manchester 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Varna or Manchester in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Varna as well as Manchester. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Manchester this time of year.
It's quite cold in Manchester in the winter. The weather in Varna can be very cold. Varna is cooler than Manchester in the winter. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Manchester fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Manchester. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manchester receives 53 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in January than Manchester. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Manchester 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Varna or Manchester in the Spring?
Both Manchester and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Manchester for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Varna is a little warmer than Manchester. Typically, the spring temperatures in Varna in April average around 11°C (52°F), and Manchester averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Manchester during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Manchester receives 144 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives less rain than Manchester. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Manchester receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Manchester 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Manchester and Varna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
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