As the year-end holiday season approaches, Agoda reveals the most affordable domestic and international flight routes across Asia. Based on bookings made from September 2025 onwards for departures between December 20–31, Agoda reveals that Guwahati–Agartala (INR 1,300) emerged as India’s most affordable domestic route this festive season. For international travel, Ahmedabad–Bangkok (INR 65,00) stood out as the cheapest option for Indian travellers, offering an accessible gateway to one of Asia’s most beloved holiday destinations.
The Christmas and New Year’s holiday season is one of the most significant travel periods of the year. With schools on break and many workplaces offering extended holidays, travellers seize the opportunity to embark on journeys, whether to reunite with family, explore new destinations, or simply unwind and spend quality time with loved ones. This convergence of cultural celebrations and vacation time off makes it one of the busiest and most cherished travel periods of the year, and for many travellers, it’s more important than ever to find the best deals to maximize the holiday experience.
For those travelling domestically, India’s Guwahati–Agartala (INR 1,300) route ranked as the third most affordable in Asia, following Thailand’s Udon Thani-Bangkok (INR 536) in first place, and South Korea’s Jeju-Seoul and Malaysia’s Bario-Miri routes (INR 805) tying for second place. Completing the ranks for the most economical domestic flights across Asian countries during the end-of-year period were India (INR 1,300), Indonesia (INR 1,600), Vietnam (INR 2,000), Japan (INR 2,200), and Taiwan (INR 4,000). These insights highlight the most affordable intra-country routes across Asia, helping travellers identify options that allow them to celebrate the festive season without overspending.
For those travelling abroad from India, the Ahmedabad–Bangkok route, with fares starting at just INR 6,500, makes an excellent choice for those eager to experience Bangkok’s vibrant holiday atmosphere, when the city comes alive with dazzling lights, festive markets, and cultural celebrations.
Across the region, Agoda’s data showed that the cheapest international flights in Asia were found in Malaysia and Indonesia, with fares such as Johor Bahru–Phuket and Pontianak–Kuching available at INR 2,200. These routes offer easy escapes to sunny islands and lush natural landscapes during the holiday season. Thailand followed closely, with flights from Krabi to Kuala Lumpur starting at INR 2,500. Rounding out the list of the most affordable intra-Asia international routes were South Korea (INR 2,800), Japan (INR 3,500), Taiwan (INR 4,100), Vietnam (INR 4,100), and India (INR 6,500).
Gaurav Malik, Country Director for the Indian Subcontinent and Indian Ocean Islands at Agoda, said, “Christmas and New Year are among the busiest travel periods for Indian holidaymakers, and finding value during this time can make all the difference. Our trends show that with the right route selection, travellers can still enjoy meaningful savings even in peak season. At Agoda, we’re focused on making these options easy to discover, helping travellers enjoy the festive holidays without overspending.”
With over 130,000 flight routes, more than 6 million holiday properties, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda ensures travellers can seamlessly combine their bookings in one convenient platform for a memorable holiday experience. Discover the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app and visit Agoda.com to plan the perfect festive getaway.
