Which place is cheaper, Yaeyama Islands 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 Yaeyama Islands?
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 Yaeyama Islands can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Yaeyama Islands?
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.
Yaeyama Islands
The Yaeyama Islands is a cluster of islands located in the southwestern part of Japan, close to Taiwan. There are nine different islands, varying from small islets to large holiday resort islands. The Yaeyama Islands are one of the most popular destination in Japan due to their beautiful beaches and underwater ruins. Yaeyama is also known for having their own language and writing system. For the most part, everyone on the Islands speak Japanese, but you'll often find the Yaeyama writing on T-shirts in souvenir shops or scattered around Yaeyama.
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 Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Yaeyama Islands $118
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Yaeyama Islands is $118. 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 Yaeyama Islands in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Yaeyama Islands $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Yaeyama Islands $112
Compare Hotels in Manila and Yaeyama Islands
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Yaeyama Islands? 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 Yaeyama Islands Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Yaeyama Islands $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- MNL Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $13
- Manila Airport Chauffeur service Manila Airport private Transfer : $20
- Private One-way Transfer From Manila To Manila Airport: $24
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Private Transfer from Manila Airport (MNL) to Manila Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Manila Cruise Port to Manila Airport (MNL): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Manila HTL-APT (MNL): $30
- Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) Private Transfer to Manila City: $30
- Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $30
- Manila Airport Transfer: $38
- Manila Private Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Affordable: $39
- Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Yaeyama Islands?
Prices for flights to both Yaeyama Islands 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 $31Yaeyama Islands $50
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⭐: $64
- 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: $68
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $73
- 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 $19Yaeyama Islands $8.93
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $24
- Fort Santiago Guided Tour: $25
- Explore the Urban Art of Mural and Street Art Tour: $25
- Viva Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $27
- The Dessert Museum Entry Ticket: $27
- Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $31
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $31
- Manila night cruise, night life, foodie tour and 3d theather: $33
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $35
- Intramuros Night Bamboo Bike Tour: $35
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Yaeyama Islands $6.51
When comparing the travel costs between Manila and Yaeyama Islands, we can see that Yaeyama Islands is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Yaeyama Islands Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Manila or Yaeyama Islands?
Yaeyama Islands 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 Yaeyama Islands in the Summer?
Both Yaeyama Islands and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Yaeyama Islands for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Manila is around the same temperature as Yaeyama Islands. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manila in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Yaeyama Islands averages at about 29°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yaeyama Islands. It's quite rainy in Manila. In July, Manila usually receives more rain than Yaeyama Islands. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Yaeyama Islands receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Yaeyama Islands 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yaeyama Islands in the Autumn?
Both Yaeyama Islands and Manila during the autumn 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 autumn months attract visitors to Yaeyama Islands because of the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Manila is generally around the same temperature as Yaeyama Islands. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 26°C (79°F), and Yaeyama Islands fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Yaeyama Islands 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 October than Yaeyama Islands. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Yaeyama Islands receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Yaeyama Islands 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yaeyama Islands in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Yaeyama Islands. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Furthermore, the museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Yaeyama Islands this time of year.
Manila is a little warmer than Yaeyama Islands in the winter. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Yaeyama Islands fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yaeyama Islands receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Manila usually receives less rain than Yaeyama Islands. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Yaeyama Islands receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Yaeyama Islands 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yaeyama Islands in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Manila as well as Yaeyama Islands. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Yaeyama Islands for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Manila is a little warmer than Yaeyama Islands. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manila in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Yaeyama Islands averages at about 23°C (74°F).
It's quite rainy in Yaeyama Islands. Manila usually gets less rain in April than Yaeyama Islands. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Yaeyama Islands receives 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year. May to June in Yaeyama Islands is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Yaeyama Islands 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Yaeyama Islands and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 231 mm (9.1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 134 mm (5.3 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.