Skyscanner’s Cheapest Flights Guide on the best time to book flights 2017
Don’t have to dream of an exciting holiday in 2017. With this cheapest flights guide by Skyscanner, you can find the best time for booking the cheapest flights – all without breaking the bank!
1. Bangkok
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 21 weeks in advance with 10% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 2 weeks in advance but with a 9% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1 week in advance with a 14% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Bangkok?
- See: Temple-hop from Wat Arun to Wat Pho, tour the Grand Palace and explore the Chao Phraya River.
- Do: Shop at Chatuchak Weekend Market, learn Muay Thai, and grab a bargain massage on Khao San Road.
- Eat: Feast on delectable hawker treats from pad thai to green curry in Bangrak and Yaowarat.
Read more: 17 Places to visit in Bangkok – City of Angels
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2. Bali
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 22 weeks in advance with 19% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 4 weeks in advance with a 10% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-3 weeks in advance with a 16%-19% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Bali?
- See: Enjoy a spectacular sunrise atop Mount Agung, temple dances in Ubud and spot dolphins off Lovina.
- Do: Learn to surf in Kuta, chill at a yoga session in mellow Ubud, and dive off the rugged east coast.
- Eat: Dine on succulent babi guling in Ubud and fresh grilled seafood on the beach at Jimbaran.
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3. Hong Kong
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 25 weeks in advance for 20% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 3 weeks in advance with a 10% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-2 weeks in advance with a 13%-20% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Hong Kong?
- See: Be awed by the city views from the Peak, the nightly light show in Victoria Harbour and see the Big Buddha at Po Lin on Lantau.
- Do: Shop in the bustling markets of Mongkok, get spiritual at Man Mo Temple and take the stately Star Ferry over to Hong Kong Island.
- Eat: Dim sum treats, dai pai dong feasts and mango sago pudding on the streets.
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4. Phuket
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 23 weeks in advance for 23% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 3 weeks in advance with a 9% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-2 weeks in advance with a 12%-19% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Phuket?
- See: Soak up heritage architecture and café culture at Phuket Town and spend dawn with gibbons at the Phuket Gibbon Rehabilitation Project.
- Do: Lounge on the beach at stunning Koh Phi Phi, go kayaking around Phang Nga Bay and enjoy scuba escapades at Chalong Bay.
- Eat: Head to Phuket Town for authentic local dishes including spicy khanom jin and nam phrik kung siak.
Read more: 10 Must see attractions in Phuket for your first visit
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5. Jakarta
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 25 weeks in advance for 24% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 3 weeks in advance with a 7% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-2 weeks in advance with a 15%-22% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Jakarta?
- See: Great views from the top of Monas, Indonesia in miniature at Taman Mini and photogenic colonial architecture in Kota.
- Do: Shop for antiques on Jalan Surabaya, take the kids to Seaworld Ancol and catch a puppet performance at the Museum Wayang.
- Eat: Join a free Transjakarta food tour to sample local treats around the city or eat in opulence at Lara Djonggrang with food fit (literally!) for royalty.
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6. Krabi
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 24 weeks in advance for 32% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 4 weeks in advance for a 10% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-3 weeks in advance with 20%-24% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Krabi?
- See: Go to the Tiger Temple for amazing views and pop into southern Thailand’s biggest market on Maharaj Soi 9.
- Do: Climb on the karst or lounge on the pristine sands at Railay and dive in the Andaman Sea for memorable underwater adventures.
- Eat: Feast on Thai seafood delights at the night market in Krabi Town.
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7. Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 25 weeks in advance for 21% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 2 weeks in advance with an 8% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1 week in advance with a 15% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Kuala Lumpur?
- See: Snap amazing photos from the Petronas Towers, take an excursion to the Batu Caves or view the outstanding collection at the Islamic Museum.
- Do: Join a walking tour around Merdeka Square, enjoy a family day out at Sunway Lagoon or shop for bargains in Chinatown.
- Eat: Trawl the mamak stalls on Heritage Row or hunt down the ultimate nasi lemak in Kampung Baru.
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8. Langkawi
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 24 weeks in advance for 26% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 7 weeks in advance with a 9% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-4 weeks in advance with a 14%-21% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Langkawi?
- See: Learn about rice at Laman Padi or take the kids to Legend Garden.
- Do: Ride the Panorama Cable Car, laze on Pantai Cenang or embark on a wildlife tour of the spectacular Kilim Karst Geoforest Park.
- Eat: Hunt down delicious Malay food at stalls in Pantai Cenang or go for beachside romance at The Lighthouse.
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9. London
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 23 weeks in advance for 8% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 1 week in advance with a 7% price increase.
For the super lepak: Less that one week before departure with a 16% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in London?
- See: Be wowed by amazing art at the National Gallery, incredible history at the British Museum and check out the Queen’s house with a tour of Buckingham Palace.
- Do: Get your bearings on the London Eye, catch a Premiership match or take a tour to learn more about the city’s ghostly goings-on.
- Eat: Try traditional pie, mash and eels in the East End or sample gourmet British regional fare from Borough Market.
Read more: 20 Top London Attractions
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10. Chennai
Cheapest and best time to book for the super kiasu: 25 weeks in advance with 31% savings!
For those who aren’t as kan chiong: 8 weeks in advance with an 8% price increase.
For the super lepak: 1-7 weeks in advance with an 8%-20% price increase.
What to See, Do, Eat in Chennai?
- See: Get all French in Pondicherry, explore Fort St George and get to grips with the serpents at the Guindy Snake Park.
- Do: Take a sunset stroll on Marina Beach, catch a cricket match at Chepauk Stadium, enjoy a Tamil movie at a Chennai cinema.
- Eat: Head to the beach for sumptuous fresh fish curries after dark, or explore the city’s restaurants for a Tamil tiffin.
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Reference: Skyscanner
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