Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Pyeongchang $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $133. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Pyeongchang $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Pyeongchang $122
Compare Hotels in Manila and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Pyeongchang? 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 Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Pyeongchang $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila HTL-APT (MNL): $30
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
- Tagaytay-Pagsanjan Falls combo tour with transfers** updated 2024: $180
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Quality Safe and Reliable Manila Airport Transfers: $49
- Private Transfer from Manila Cruise Port to Manila Airport (MNL): $29
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $29
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $24
- Private Departure Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer: Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Manila: $98
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer: All Hotels in Ortigas: $41
- MNL Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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 $31Pyeongchang $47
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $19Pyeongchang $50
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 Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Pyeongchang $8.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Manila or Pyeongchang?
Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang in the Summer?
Both Pyeongchang and Manila during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Manila is around the same temperature as Pyeongchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 24°C (76°F).
Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Manila. Manila usually gets more rain in July than Pyeongchang. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Manila or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
In October, Manila is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Manila usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Manila or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manila as well as Pyeongchang. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pyeongchang can be very cold during winter. Manila is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in January than Pyeongchang. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Manila or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
In the spring, Manila is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In April, Manila usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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.