Manila Prices & Travel Costs

Last Updated: Jan 2024

Manila is a huge city with a limitless number of things going on, and it’s becoming more popular among cultural travelers and those exploring Southeast Asia. It’s relatively cheap compared to most of Asia in general, though it’s generally more expensive than mainland countries like Vietnam and Cambodia.

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Travel Costs to Manila

Population 1,700,000
Area 20,000,000
Timezone UTC+8
Currency Philippine peso
Airports Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
BACKPACKER INDEX: US$25.68
1 USD = 55.6000 PHP
134 World cities ranked cheapest to most expensive: Backpacker Index for 2024

Accommodation Costs in Manila

Manila Hotel Seasons

Manila Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar13.00 - 38.00
starstarstarstarstar21.00 - 65.00
starstarstarstarstar28.00 - 100.00
starstarstarstarstar57.00 - 122.00
starstarstarstarstar68.00 - 185.00

Manila Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed9.00 - 17.00

Manila Attractions Prices

Location Description Type Price(USD)
National Museum of the PhilippinesThis large museum houses displays on the history and contemporary culture of the country.
everyone
0.00
Ayala MuseumA large and impressive art and history museum with frequent special exhibitions.
adults
students
7.64
5.40

Manila Food and Drink Prices

Food Type Description Price(USD)
Budget breakfastStreet stalls and fast food are your probably budget options if your room doesn't include breakfast.1.80 - 2.88
Budget lunchYou can eat on any budget here as long as you stick with local favorites and casual dining.2.34 - 3.96
Budget dinnerEven sit-down restaurants, including some all-you-can-eat places tend to be reasonable if you eat local fare.3.60 - 6.83
Beer (.33l bottle)Cheap and cold San Miguel beer is served all over, with imports costing quite a bit more.0.99 - 1.80

Manila Transport Prices

Type Price(USD)
Taxi from airport to city center3.24 - 4.50
Airport express bus to city center0.27
3km taxi ride in Manila1.98 - 2.55
Jeepney ride in central Manila0.14 - 0.27
Bus ride in Manila (A/C)0.22 - 1.21
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When to visit Manila

Temperature and rainfall

Month High F Low F Precip (inches)
January86710.8
February88720.4
March90730.6
April93761.2
May93774.9
June907710.3
July887615.9
August877514.4
September887513.5
October87757.8
November87745.3
December86722.6

Manila Weather advice

Sunrise and sunset

21 Mar6:00am6:07pm
21 Jun5:28am6:27pm
21 Sep5:45am5:53pm
21 Dec6:16am5:32pm

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