Global travel marketplace, Skyscanner, today released findings from its latest research highlighting that budget-conscious travellers in India are eagerly gearing up for summer adventures and are on the hunt for great value deals. To assist them in their quest for savings, Skyscanner has launched Savings Generator, a money-saving tool, to help Indian travellers save big on their summer trips.
Data from Skyscanner’s latest research, in association with OnePoll, highlights that over 78% of Indian travellers are planning to get away this summer but 39% are yet to book. Furthermore, indecision on dates (51%) and destination (50%) rank as the top reasons why travellers are yet to hit the book button. It’s clear that Indian travellers are on a mission to snag the ultimate bargain with 47% actively seeking out the best deals, and a further 20% waiting for last-minute steals.
Moreover, with the trend of #loudbudgeting sweeping across the globe, 59% of Indian travellers are opting for a more vocal approach to budgeting for their summer getaway this year. Considering these trends, Skyscanner’s Savings Generator can guide travellers to save on flights and get the most bang for their travel buck.
Skyscanner’s data experts have crunched tens of thousands of data points to show travellers how they can make their money go further this year. Savings Generator shows travellers the average monthly price and visualises the best time to book for the some of the most popular destinations, alongside suggesting a host of even cheaper destinations.
Cheapest Week to Travel
Unsure when to travel like 50% of Indian travellers Skyscanner reveals the cheapest week to travel to some of the most popular destinations this summer to ensure you get the best deal possible:
Ranking
Country destination
Cheapest Week to Travel
Average monthly price
1.
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Week of 13 July
INR 22,878
2.
London, UK
Week of 20 July
INR 63,555
3.
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Week of 20 July
INR 18,007
4.
Frankfurt, Germany
Week of 6 July
INR 54,025
5.
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Week of 20 July
INR 15,783
When should travellers book to get the best value deals this summer
As a rule, the best time to book flights from India this July is 16 weeks (about 3 and a half months) ahead of departure, but Skyscanner’s Savings Generator can provide a detailed analysis of the best time for Indian travellers to book some of the most popular destinations.
Analysing millions of flight bookings over the last 18 months, Skyscanner’s Savings Generator shows that the best time to book can vary depending on both the route and month of travel:
Route
Month of Travel
Best Time to Book
Average Monthly Price
Mumbai to London
August
3 Weeks ahead
INR 68,122
Mumbai to Denpasar
August
3 Weeks ahead
INR 33,849
What about those worried they’ve missed the boat for the best time to book this summer
20% of Indian travellers shared they’re waiting for a last-minute deal before booking their summer break. Skyscanner’s Savings Generator gives travellers a handy snapshot of how prices vary either side of the best time to book on the most popular routes this summer, so travellers can see, at a glance, when to find the lowest prices. Skyscanner’s Savings Generator reveals the best route options for more spontaneous summer breaks:
Route
Best Time to Book for August Travel
There Are Still Great Deals to be Found
Average monthly price
Mumbai to Dubai
3 Weeks Ahead
2 Weeks Ahead
INR 23,906
New Delhi to Kathmandu
4 Weeks Ahead
3 Weeks Ahead
INR 11,107
Mumbai to Denpasar
1 Week Ahead
2 Weeks Ahead
INR 35,753
Looking ahead to the end of year holidays
Skyscanner’s Savings Generator reveals the best time to bag the best value break for a holiday in December.
Route
Best time to book
There are still great deals to be found
Average Monthly Price
Mumbai to London
19 Weeks Ahead
16 Weeks Ahead
INR 60,119
Mumbai to Almaty
13 Weeks Ahead
12 Weeks Ahead
INR 22,372
New Delhi to Hong Kong
6 Weeks Ahead
5 Week Ahead
INR 28,628
Is it possible to bag a summer flight deal for less than INR 25,000 this year There are still cheap deals – just search EVERYWHERE for the very best prices.
Only 44% of Indian travellers believe they will be able to find a deal for less than INR 25,000 this year. Skyscanner offers deals to holiday favourites including Sri Lanka from INR 15,465 return, Vietnam from INR 14,720 return, and Singapore from INR 17,024 return this July*. Let Skyscanner’s algorithm find the cheapest deal – just type in ‘Everywhere’ with your travel dates!
*Live prices accurate as of 25/06/24
Mohit Joshi, Travel and Destination Expert at Skyscanner says, “Forget travel myths and outdated advice – there are hidden savings just waiting to be discovered, that most people are not aware about. At Skyscanner, we ‘ve crunched massive amounts of data to uncover these secrets – not based on rumors, but on real travel behaviour and demand.
Thats why we created the Skyscanner Savings Generator. This tool empowers you to see average monthly prices and pinpoint the cheapest times to book for top summer destinations.
When searching for the right price, we know how powerful being informed is, so Skyscanner’s tools are designed to enable travellers to feel confident when they book. Beyond the Savings Generator, signing up for Skyscanner Price Alerts also keeps you informed about any price fluctuations for your dream destinations. This way, youll be the first to snag those amazing deals!“
Notes to Editor
Data comes from the OnePoll survey commissioned by Skyscanner. It took place in April 2024 with 2000 respondents.
About Skyscanner
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Making use of the latest technology, Skyscanner simplifies the complexity of travel and provides honest and transparent solutions, searching more than 80 billion prices every day so travellers can be sure theyve seen the best possible options, all in one place.
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