Best Value Destinations
Most affordable places
Our experts have picked 10 destinations with some of the biggest airfare drops year-on-year, coupled with pricing insights on competitive stays, so your holiday budget can go further.
Best value destinations where airfares have fallen the most
These destinations are offering great value to travellers in 2027.1
Year-on-year price drop
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–43%
Jaisalmer
India
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–30%
Tashkent
Uzbekistan
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–29%
Kozhikode
India
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–25%
Jodhpur
India
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–17%
Baku
Azerbaijan
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–17%
Cebu
Philippines
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–17%
Krabi
Thailand
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–15%
Gaya
India
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–11%
Phuket
Thailand
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–8%
Christchurch
New Zealand
Destination
Jaisalmer
India
Rajasthan’s Golden City is known for its living 12th-century fort, golden sandstone havelis, and Thar Desert safaris. Each winter it hosts the Jaisalmer Desert Festival, a three-day showcase of camel races, folk performances, and a moonlit finale on the dunes.
Destination
Tashkent
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s capital blends Silk Road heritage with Soviet-era architecture, from the Khast-Imam Ensemble to the bustling Chorsu Bazaar. With direct flights from Delhi and a simple e-visa process, it remains an easy and affordable gateway into Central Asia for Indian travellers.
Destination
Kozhikode
India
This coastal Kerala city, historically known as Calicut, is a former spice-trading hub with beaches, mosques, and a deep literary heritage. It’s India’s first UNESCO City of Literature, a status that continues to bring cultural festivals and global recognition.
Destination
Jodhpur
India
Rajasthan’s Blue City is famous for its indigo-washed old town, the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, and the grandeur of Umaid Bhawan Palace. Its maze of sky-blue lanes against the desert backdrop makes it one of India’s most photographed heritage cities.
Destination
Baku
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan’s capital boasts the medieval Old City and Maiden Tower with the futuristic Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center. With direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai and a straightforward e-visa, it remains an accessible mix of Silk Road history and modern architecture.
Destination
Cebu
Philippines
Cebu delights travellers with its Spanish colonial heritage, world-class diving at Moalboal and whale shark encounters in Oslob. With visa-free entry for Indians now in effect and a new direct Delhi-Manila flight, the Philippines is more accessible to Indian travellers than ever.
Destination
Krabi
Thailand
Limestone cliffs, Railay Beach, and island-hopping to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta remain huge draws for Indian travellers visiting Thailand. It should be noted that Thailand has moved from visa-free entry to a Visa-on-Arrival system in 2026, requiring a fee and onward ticket at immigration.
Destination
Gaya
India
Gaya in Bihar is the heart of the Buddhist Circuit, home to Bodh Gaya’s Mahabodhi Temple, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Bihar Tourism continues to develop this pilgrimage trail, drawing Buddhist devotees and history travellers from across the world each year.
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Phuket
Thailand
Phuket gives any destination a run for its money when it comes to beaches, nightlife, and tropical scenery. Indian travellers should note again Thailand’s shift from visa-free entry to a Visa-on-Arrival system in 2026, which now requires a fee and onward travel proof at immigration.
Destination
Christchurch
New Zealand
Christchurch is the gateway to New Zealand’s South Island, offering the Avon River, Botanic Gardens, and access to Queenstown, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and Kaikōura. The newly opened Te Kaha Stadium and a new Christchurch-Singapore route launching in October 2026 add fresh reasons to visit and easier connectivity from Asia.
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