Which place is cheaper, Yakushima 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 Yakushima?
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 Yakushima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Yakushima?
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.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Manila Prices
Philippines PricesYakushima Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $106Yakushima $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $106, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $141. 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 Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $54Yakushima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $108Yakushima $122
Compare Hotels in Manila and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Yakushima? 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 Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $14Yakushima $51
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: $38
- Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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 $31Yakushima $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⭐: $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 $19Yakushima $21
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: $23
- 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: $30
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $30
- Manila night cruise, night life, foodie tour and 3d theather: $32
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
- Intramuros Night Bamboo Bike Tour: $34
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $37
Tours and Activities in Yakushima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yakushima are as follows:
- Private Guided Tour: $336
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.90Yakushima $6.61
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima 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 Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima 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 Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Manila or Yakushima?
Yakushima 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 Yakushima in the Summer?
Both Yakushima and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
In July, Manila is generally around the same temperature as Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 27°C (80°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. It's quite rainy in Manila. In July, Manila usually receives more rain than Yakushima. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yakushima in the Autumn?
Both Yakushima 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.
Manila is a little warmer than Yakushima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Yakushima fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
Yakushima 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 Yakushima. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yakushima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Yakushima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
In the winter, Manila is much warmer than Yakushima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Manila in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Yakushima averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Manila usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Manila or Yakushima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Manila as well as Yakushima. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Manila is generally much warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 29°C (84°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Manila usually gets less rain in April than Yakushima. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 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.