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Skyscanner Launches 2026 Cheapest Destination Planner
Skyscanner, a popular travel app, has introduced a new tool called the Cheapest Destination Planner to help people in India plan their trips for 2026.
This tool shows the cheapest places to travel each month and the best days to fly.
Many Indians are excited about traveling abroad in 2026, but they find it hard to decide where to go and when because there are so many options.
Skyscanner's new tool makes it easier for them to find good deals and plan their trips without stress.
The tool also reveals that Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly, which might surprise many people.
Additionally, Skyscanner has listed the top 10 cheapest destinations for 2026, with return flights starting from under INR 10,000.
This shows that you can have a great trip without spending a lot of money.
Skyscanner launched the Cheapest Destination Planner to help Indian travellers find the most affordable destinations for 2026.
The tool allows users to select a travel month and see the top 10 cheapest destinations, average flight prices, and the cheapest days to travel.
84% of Indian travellers are considering international trips in 2026, but 81% find booking travel daunting due to uncertainty over fares and choices.
Wednesday is revealed as the cheapest day to fly in 2026, contrary to popular belief.
Skyscanner's analysis identified the top 10 cheapest destinations for Indian travellers in 2026, with average return fares starting from under INR 10,000.
- Who
- Skyscanner, a global travel app
- What
- Launched the Cheapest Destination Planner for 2026
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- When
- January 15, 2026
- Why
- To simplify travel planning and provide clarity on the cheapest destinations and flight options for Indian travellers
Key facts
- Launch Date
- January 15, 2026
- Top 10 Cheapest Destinations
- Starting from under INR 10,000 for return flights
- Cheapest Day to Fly
- Wednesday
- Percentage of Indian Travellers Considering International Trips
- 84%
- Percentage of Indian Travellers Finding Booking Daunting
- 81%
- Percentage of Indian Travellers Open to Alternative Destinations
- 89%
- Percentage of Indian Travellers Planning to Splurge on Luxury Hotel Stay
- 77%
- Percentage of Indian Travellers Making Financial Sacrifices for Travel
- 49%
Quotes
Neel Ghose
Travel Trends & Destinations Expert, Skyscanner
“January is a peak moment in the travel cycle. We’re already seeing searches in the first week of January 2026 up 25% compared to the same period in 2025 (1) – highest volume recorded since 2024 – signalling that Indians are heading into the year with renewed intent for travel planning in January. Travellers are keen to explore in the year ahead – 89% say they’re open to alternative or lesser-known holiday destinations, while 77% plan to splurge on a luxury hotel stay on the final night of their holiday, yet they’re navigating post-year fatigue, rising cost perceptions and an overwhelming number of choices. The real opportunity, in January, is to replace that anxiety with clarity, which is why we’ve introduced our new Cheapest Destination Planner to help travellers instantly compare options by month, see the cheapest destinations to fly to, and plan with greater confidence and value.”
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Suryakumar 'SKY' Yadav
Skyscanner Brand Ambassador
“With a packed schedule, finding time to plan travel isn’t always easy, and I know that’s true for a lot of Indians. That’s why smart solutions really matter. For me, it’s about travelling efficiently so you can enjoy the moments that help you truly switch off, making sure the trip actually feels worth it. Skyscanner’s new Cheapest Destination Planner makes those decisions simpler and quicker, so you spend less time worrying and more time looking forward to the trip. It makes it much easier for people to discover great-value destinations!”
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