Indian F1 fans are making a beeline for Singapore and Abu Dhabi
Skyscanner data in June showed that flight bookings for today — September 18 — jumped 189 per cent compared to the previous day, suggesting that Indian fans were eager to soak up the pre-race atmosphere in Singapore ahead of this weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix (September 22). Similarly, the platform also saw a 188 per cent jump in flight bookings for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December. Skyscanner data also showed a surge in hotel bookings for the race weekends.
“As sports fever intensifies in India, we’re witnessing a growing desire among fans to travel and experience global sporting events first-hand,” said Mohit Joshi, travel trends and destination expert at Skyscanner. “Our search volume data from July 14 to August 10 showed that the New Delhi – Singapore route has seen a 1,030 per cent increase in searches for travel in the month of September compared to the previous month [June 16 to July 13], coinciding with the Singapore Grand Prix.”
Prized Destinations
Joshi says these two Grand Prixes – Singapore and Abu Dhabi – have been particularly popular amongst Indians because of the destinations themselves. “While F1 excitement is a major draw, we believe travellers are also drawn to these destinations for the perfect blend of race excitement and rich cultural experiences. Both Singapore and Abu Dhabi offer travellers a unique mix of tradition and modern adventure, making them ideal for an unforgettable holiday.”
“Singapore is a top pick among Indian travellers who prefer short-haul flights and hassle-free visa
