Mumbai To Bali Airfare Soars 47%, Fare To London Sees Fall: Report
Other Asian destinations have also seen notable increases; Mumbai-to-Phuket fares jumped 12%, while Mumbai-to-Singapore rose 14%.
International airfare has seen an interesting mix of rise and fall this year, as per Ixigo and AbhiBus' Flight & Bus Year-End Data Trends 2024. While fares from Mumbai to Bali have shot up by 47%, the Mumbai-to-London route fare witnessed a decline of 46%.
The Mumbai-Bali fare hike stands out prominently, with prices rising from Rs 18,748 to Rs 27,697 for the Dec. 24, 2024-Jan. 1, 2025 travel window. Other Asian destinations have also seen notable increases; Mumbai-to-Phuket fares jumped 12%, while Mumbai-to-Singapore rose 14%.
"As we approach the year-end holiday season, we're seeing a fascinating shift in travel preferences. Destinations like Thailand, Vietnam, London, and Bali have emerged as the top picks for international travel this winter, witnessing a 80-100% year-on-year growth in bookings," said Ixigo Group Chief Executive Officer Aloke Bajpai.
Travellers are gravitating towards culturally rich cities offering a mix of diverse experiences—beaches, nightlife, and culture, he said. "Interestingly, for the first time, Maldives has not featured in the top 10 most-searched destinations for year-end travel, reflecting a growing preference for more varied and immersive vacations over traditional hotspots," added Bajpai.
New Delhi has not been spared the upward trend either, with fares to Bangkok soaring 51% and to Phuket increasing by 12%. The strong appetite for travel to Southeast Asia reflects its appeal for affordable luxury and tropical escapades.
In stark contrast, fares on the Mumbai-to-London route have plummeted from Rs 54,743 to Rs 29,545—a dramatic 46% drop. Similarly, New Delhi-to-London fares have declined by 23%, from Rs 37,059 to Rs 28,511. This reduction is likely driven by increased flight capacity and softening demand for European travel amid rising costs in the region.
The contrasting fare trends point to a travel landscape where demand for closer, budget-friendly destinations in Asia is surging, while long-haul European routes face headwinds.
