Skyscanner’s Year in Travel: Data reveals what made Indian travellers tick in 2023
popular international destination in 2023, as per global travel marketplace Skyscanner that shared a wrap-up of how India travelled in 2023.
Bangkok was the second most popular international destination for Indian travellers this year. «From savoring street food delights in bustling markets to exploring ornate temples like Wat Pho and indulging in the vibrant nightlife along Khao San Road, the city known for its bustling energy and cultural richness captivated Indian travellers in 2023,» Skyscanner said in a statement.
Skyscanner said this year, more and more Indian travellers opted for alternative, budget-friendly Indian cities that deliver on culture and cuisine.
According to Skyscanner data, Jagdalpur in India was the cheapest flight destination of them all with return flights costing just Rs 3,035 on average in 2023.
Skyscanner said it also identified the cheapest destination to book each month for Indian travellers throughout 2023, as well as the cheapest three-star hotel stay and city to hire a car in 2023.
After analysing prices across thousands of destinations globally, Nha Trang in Vietnam was identified as the cheapest city for a three-star hotel stay, for those travelling from India. Doha in Qatar came out on top as the city with the cheapest car hire offering, with Indian travellers paying only Rs 2,198 per day on average.
Skyscanner’s travel trends and destination expert, Mohit Joshi said it's clear how Indians have embraced global exploration despite tightened budgets. «This traveller behaviour correlates with the emerging trends as revealed in our recent Travel Trends 2024 report, which highlights that the value of experiences and cultural exploration will be key considerations, with price no longer
