Quick answer
A 6-night Philippines trip covering Manila, El Nido and Coron costs from about ₹78,000 per person on a budget, ₹1,10,000 mid-range and ₹2,40,000 for luxury, twin sharing. These figures include return economy flights from Delhi or Mumbai. Domestic flights and ferries between islands are the biggest cost after international flights. Indians need no visa for 14 days.
Philippines at three budgets
Budget
Starting from
₹78,000
per person, twin sharing
Guesthouses and 2★–3★ hotels, the flight to Puerto Princesa plus a shared van to El Nido, shared island tours, return economy flights.
Mid-range
Starting from
₹1,10,000
per person, twin sharing
3★ hotels and beach resorts, a direct flight to El Nido, the El Nido–Coron fast ferry, a flight back to Manila, three island tours, return economy flights.
Luxury
Starting from
₹2,40,000
per person, twin sharing
Private-island resorts in El Nido and a 5★ resort in Coron, private boat tours and transfers, return economy flights.
Starting prices per person on twin sharing for 6 nights, reflecting typical market rates at the time of review. Peak dates (Diwali, Christmas–New Year, May–June school holidays) cost more. GST and TCS apply as per law on packages.
Where the money goes (mid-range, per person)
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Return flights to Manila | ₹35,000–55,000 | Air India non-stop from Delhi; one-stop from other cities |
| Hotels, 6 nights (twin sharing) | ₹25,000–38,000 | USD 80–130 per room a night in El Nido and Coron |
| Domestic flights and ferry | ₹18,000–28,000 | Manila–El Nido, El Nido–Coron ferry, Busuanga–Manila |
| Island tours and environmental fees | ₹8,000–12,000 | Three full-day tours and eco-fees |
| Food | ₹10,000–15,000 | About PHP 1,000–1,500 a day |
| Transfers and local transport | ₹3,000–5,000 | Airport transfers, tricycles, Grab in Manila |
| Travel insurance | ₹1,500–3,000 | Pick a policy that covers weather delays |
Return flight fares from Indian cities
| From | Typical return economy fare |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹35,000–55,000 |
| Mumbai | ₹38,000–58,000 |
| Bengaluru | ₹38,000–58,000 |
| Hyderabad | ₹38,000–60,000 |
Booked 4–8 weeks ahead outside peak holidays. Last-minute and festive fares run higher.
How to spend less without ruining the trip
- Fly to Puerto Princesa and take the five to six hour van to El Nido instead of the direct El Nido flight, if you can spare the time.
- Travel in May or November, when the weather is usually still workable and resort rates are lower than in the January–April peak.
- Book island tours with your hotel or a local agency on arrival; prices are standardised and online resellers add a margin.
- Stay in El Nido town or Corong-Corong rather than on private islands, and spend the difference on a private boat for one day.
- Carry pesos in cash for tours, eco-fees and tricycles; small-town card acceptance is patchy and ATM fees are high.
How much does a Philippines trip cost from India?
For a 6-night trip covering Manila, El Nido and Coron, plan on about ₹1,10,000 per person for a mid-range trip, twin sharing, including return flights from Delhi or Mumbai. A budget trip starts around ₹78,000 and a luxury one from about ₹2,40,000.
The estimate is built on our 7-day Philippines itinerary: one night in Manila, three in El Nido and two in Coron.
What drives the cost?
- Getting between islands: the direct flight to El Nido, the four-hour ferry to Coron and the flight back to Manila together add ₹18,000–28,000 per person. This is why the Philippines costs more than Thailand or Bali for the same nights.
- International flights: Air India flies non-stop from Delhi to Manila. Philippine Airlines has announced non-stops from Delhi and Mumbai from December 2026, subject to approval. From Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai you connect via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok.
- Season: January to April is peak season and rooms in El Nido sell out around Holy Week. Rates drop sharply in the rainy months, but so does the chance of boat tours running.
What does a day cost on the ground?
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| El Nido Tour A, per person | PHP 1,200–1,500 (₹1,800–2,300) |
| Vegetable curry or pasta in a café | PHP 300–450 (₹450–680) |
| Tricycle ride in town | PHP 50–150 (₹75–230) |
| Fresh mango shake | PHP 100–150 (₹150–230) |
| Coron Kayangan Lake tour | PHP 1,500–2,200 (₹2,300–3,300) |
Most travellers spend ₹2,500–4,000 a day per person outside the hotel. We use about ₹1.5 to the peso.
Visa, TCS and forex
Indian passport holders can visit visa-free for 14 days for tourism, and the stay cannot be extended. You need a return ticket, hotel bookings and the free eTravel registration. Our Philippines visa guide lists the conditions.
On packages, TCS of 2% applies to overseas tours from April 2026, adjustable against income tax. Carry US dollars or pesos on a forex card and some cash for islands; our foreign exchange team can help. Choose travel insurance that covers weather delays.
Typhoon season (June to October) can cancel ferries and tours for days. See the best time to visit the Philippines before booking.
For vegetarian eating, read our food guide.
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