Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Manila?
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 Manila or Hiroshima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Manila and Hiroshima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Hiroshima?
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.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Manila Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Hiroshima $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima is $126. 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 Manila and Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Hiroshima $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Hiroshima $134
Compare Hotels in Manila and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Hiroshima? 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: Manila Hotel Prices and Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Hiroshima $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Tagaytay-Pagsanjan Falls combo tour with transfers** updated 2024: $180
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $139
- Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers: $120
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $53
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima City: $128
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hiroshima City to Hiroshima Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $164
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $182
- Hiroshima City: Private Transfer to/from Hiroshima Airport: $189
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $244
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $272
- Private Transfer Hiroshima Airport: $292
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima and Manila 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 dayManila $31Hiroshima $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $65
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $65
- 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
- Authentic Manila Chinatown Food Tour Exploration : $75
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $120
- Day Tour in Manilas History and Savor a Cultural Dinner: $175
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima Night Walk & Traditional Okonomiyaki Dinner Tour: $52
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class with a Local Chef: $59
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $100
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $105
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Hiroshima with Machiko's Family: $108
- Hiroshima Peace Bicycle Tour and Okonomiyaki Dinner: $113
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $182
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $221
- Private Nature, History, and Food Tour: $629
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Hiroshima $5.58
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 Day in Paradise at Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Adventure: $150
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Active Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour (2in1): $135
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $125
- Amazing Taal Volcano Tour (Boat Included): $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
- Bataan Death March Memorial Historical Tour : $208
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour : $85
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $6.76
- LAGOON Nightclub Admission Ticket(For Foreign): $6.76
- Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket: $12
- HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER Admission Ticket: $16
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $20
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $21
- Hiroshima and Peace Park Private guided Tour: $22
- Peace Memorial Park Guided Walking Tour: $22
- Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome Tour: $23
- Hiroshima Peace Walking Tour with Expert Guide: $23
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park: A Guided Tour: $24
- Kumano Brush Factory Tour and Brush-Making Experience: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Hiroshima $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Hiroshima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hiroshima:
- Visit behind the Scenes: Hiroshima Saijo Sake Brewery Tour: $124
- Half-Day Saijo Tour Sake Tasting and Brewery Tour in Hiroshima: $131
- Private Goma Fire Ritual, Lunch & Sake Brewery Visits : $200
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Hiroshima, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Manila would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manila 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima than you might in Manila.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Hiroshima?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Hiroshima, 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 Manila or Hiroshima?
Hiroshima 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 Manila or Hiroshima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Manila as well as Hiroshima. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Hiroshima in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Manila is around the same temperature as Hiroshima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Hiroshima averages at about 26°C (79°F).
It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Hiroshima. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Hiroshima 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Manila or Hiroshima in the Autumn?
Both Hiroshima and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Hiroshima for the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Hiroshima. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Hiroshima fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hiroshima. It's quite rainy in Manila. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Hiroshima. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Hiroshima 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Manila or Hiroshima in the Winter?
Both Hiroshima and Manila during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Hiroshima because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Hiroshima can be very cold. Manila is much warmer than Hiroshima in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Hiroshima fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Hiroshima. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Hiroshima 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Manila or Hiroshima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Hiroshima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Hiroshima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Hiroshima averages at about 14°C (56°F).
Hiroshima receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Hiroshima. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Hiroshima 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Hiroshima and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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