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Airfares Flat, Hotel Rates Soar: Travelers Face Mixed Bag This Holiday Season
15 Nov
Summary
- Airfares for popular destinations like Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines expected to stay flat
- Hotel room rates in many leisure destinations projected to increase by up to 15% on average
- Improved regional air connectivity driving demand for destinations like Vietnam and Sri Lanka
According to the news report, travelers planning year-end getaways in 2025 can expect a mixed bag of deals. While airfares to many popular domestic and international destinations are projected to stay flat compared to last year, hotel room rates in several leisure hotspots are headed for a record-breaking increase.
Industry experts say airlines have ramped up capacity on certain routes, keeping prices in check despite strong travel demand. Airfares to destinations like Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines are largely unchanged from 2024 levels. In fact, data shows a dip in both domestic and international fares, down 8.6% and 5.4% respectively.
