Travel Costs in Philippines
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $35
- Mid-range / day
- $85
- Luxury / day
- $250
- Budget meal
- $2.5
- Coffee
- $2
- Local transport
- $0.35
- Budget hotel
- $15
- Mid-range hotel
- $55
Overview
The Philippines is one of Southeast Asia's more affordable destinations, with cheap street food, low local transport costs, and budget accommodation widely available. Inter-island flights and ferry travel between the 7,000+ islands can add up quickly and are typically the biggest variable expense for travelers. Popular resort areas like Palawan and Boracay command significantly higher prices than provincial towns or Manila neighborhoods.
Notes
Use jeepneys, tricycles, and local buses instead of taxis or ride-hailing apps for short trips, and book inter-island flights well in advance through budget carriers like Cebu Pacific to keep island-hopping costs manageable.