Destination comparison
Vietnam vs Philippines
For your current travel profile, Vietnam gives you approximately 25 days more travel on a $5,000 budget.
Side-by-side economics
Computed from the Travel Runway engine — green marks the better value per row.
| Metric | Vietnam | Philippines | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily backpacker burn | $34 | $41 | Vietnam |
| Monthly cost (backpacker) | $1,039 | $1,248 | Vietnam |
| $1,000 runway | 29 days | 24 days | Vietnam |
| $5,000 runway | ~5 months | ~4 months | Vietnam |
| Dorm bed / night | $8 | $8 | Even |
| 3 budget meals | $8 | $9 | Vietnam |
| Local transport / day | $5 | $8 | Vietnam |
| Intercity move | $14 | $20 | Vietnam |
| Activities / day | $7 | $8 | Vietnam |
| Visa-free days (US) | 0 | 30 | Philippines |
| WiFi / remote work | 4/5 | 3/5 | Vietnam |
| Safety | 4/5 | 3/5 | Vietnam |
| Runway Momentum | 43 | 33 | Vietnam |
| Go Now score | 77 | 70 | Vietnam |
Daily cost at a glance
Side-by-side daily costs — shorter bars mean cheaper for that category.
- Vietnam
- Philippines
Vietnam
A vibrant, affordable Southeast Asian destination known for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and world-class street food.
Backpacker burn: $34/day · 29 days on $1,000
Full Vietnam guide →
Philippines
An archipelago nation offering world-class beaches and diving with a moderate cost of living for backpackers.
Backpacker burn: $41/day · 24 days on $1,000
Full Philippines guide →
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