In some corner of our hearts, we all want to explore every place in the world. From wandering through famous destinations to discovering hidden gems, our inner wanderlust is always alive. However, one of the most common things holding us back is the cost. To help you with this, Skyscanner has revealed its Top 10 Cheapest Destinations for Indian Travellers in 2026. Scroll down to know more!
Growing Interest In Travel
Neel Ghose, Travel Trends & Destinations Expert from Skyscanner, explained that January has become an important month for travel planning. Searches in the first week of January 2026 increased by 25% compared to last year, showing strong interest in travel. He also said many travellers are open to visiting lesser-known places, and a large number plan to spend extra on a luxury hotel stay at the end of their trip. At the same time, travellers feel tired after a long year and stressed about high costs and too many options.
The research highlights key 2026 travel trends. Nearly 73% of Indians start planning trips in January, and 67% plan holidays at this time to relax and recharge. Travel remains a priority, even if it means personal sacrifices. About 49% have cut back on expenses like dining out or grooming to afford their last holiday. While saving for trips, 46% skipped buying new clothes, and 32% reduced social outings.
Despite strong interest, many travellers have not finalised their plans. Around 46% worry about costs, 45% struggle to decide when to travel, and 40% feel unsure about where to go. Half of Indian travellers said they would book sooner if they knew the cheapest destinations and best days to fly.
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Cheapest Destinations To Travel
According to Skyscanner, the cheapest destinations to travel in 2026 are–
1. Mumbai
2. Varanasi
3. Bagdogra
4. Kochi
5. Agatti
6. Muscat
7. Port Blair
8. Sharjah
9. Phuket
10. Ho Chi Minh City
Skyscanner’s data also shows that Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly in 2026. Don’t forget to miss this amazing opportunity! You might think that flight costs above ₹30,000, but Skyscanner found return fares starting under ₹10,000.
Another amazing thing is that Skyscanner has launched the Cheapest Destination Planner. Travellers can select a month, view the top 10 cheapest destinations, check average return fares, and see the cheapest days to travel. From there, they can directly explore flights and hotels.
Where are you planning to go this year? Tell us in the comments below!
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