SINGAPORE, 16 December 2025: As the year-end holiday season approaches, digital travel platform Agoda reveals the most affordable domestic and international flight routes across Asia.
The list provides travellers with insights into routes that offer opportunities to celebrate without breaking the bank. Based on bookings made from September 2025 onward for departures between 20 and 31 December, Agoda reports that Thailand was the top destination for budget-friendly domestic flights, with one-way fares starting at USD6. For international journeys, Malaysia and Indonesia share the spotlight, having offered flights during this period for just USD25.
The Christmas and New Year’s holiday season is one of the most significant travel periods of the year. With schools on break and many workplaces offering extended holidays, travellers seize the opportunity to travel, whether to reunite with family, explore new destinations, or simply unwind and spend quality time with loved ones.
This convergence of cultural celebrations and vacation time off makes it one of the busiest and most cherished travel periods of the year. For many travellers, it’s more important than ever to find the best deals to maximise the holiday experience.
In the realm of domestic travel, Thailand stood out for having the most affordable one-way flights, such as the Udon Thani-Bangkok route, priced at USD6. This makes it an excellent choice for those eager to experience Bangkok’s vibrant holiday atmosphere, when the city comes alive with dazzling lights, festive markets, and cultural celebrations.
Following closely are South Korea and Malaysia, with fares available at USD9 for routes such as Jeju to Seoul and Bario to Miri. The most economical domestic flights were in India (USD15), Indonesia (USD18), Vietnam (USD22), Japan (USD25), and Taiwan (USD45).
For international travel, Malaysia and Indonesia tied for the most budget-friendly fares, with flights from Johor Bahru to Phuket and from Pontianak to Kuching priced at USD25. These routes offer ideal escapes to sunny islands and lush landscapes during the holiday season. Thailand ranks second, with flights from Krabi to Kuala Lumpur priced from USD28. Completing the list are South Korea (USD32), Japan (USD39), Taiwan (USD46), Vietnam (USD46), and India (USD73).
(Source: Agoda)
