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88% of Indian travellers plan same or more overseas trips in 2027, Skyscanner survey finds
Skyscanner's Travel Trends 2027 report found 88% of Indian travellers plan to travel abroad as much or more than in 2026. Some 56% will spend more on flights, while intent to spend on flight upgrades fell to 22% from 34%.
The numbers
Figures from Fortune India,
| Indians planning fewer overseas trips: | 5% |
|---|---|
| Gen Z planning more international holidays in 2027: | 63% |
Why it matters for the brand
With 88% of Indian travellers planning the same or more overseas trips in 2027 and 63% of Gen Z planning more, build travel-linked ranges and offers around the trip itself, but lead with value rather than premium upsells, since intent to pay for flight upgrades fell to 22% from 34%.
What to track next
- Quarterly airline results showing ancillary or premium-cabin revenue lagging international passenger growth
- Monthly international departure and booking data from Indian airports or travel platforms
- Fare levels and discounting on popular overseas routes ahead of peak travel seasons
- Travel platform commentary on tours-and-activities attach rates versus flight bookings
- Follow-up Skyscanner or rival surveys showing upgrade intent recovering from 22% or falling further