Peak-season planner · 2026
Fly India smarter.
Beat the festival peaks.
India's aviation calendar is shaped by its festivals. Here are the dates that spike fares and queues — with the off-peak windows that save you money and time.
High peak — avoid if possibleMedium peak — book earlyLow — great value
Upcoming peaks
The next 5 dates — sorted by peak-window start.
Diwali
Nov 4 — Nov 12, 2026
India's biggest aviation peak — all airports run at capacity. Fares 70-120% higher than normal. North India fog begins mid-Nov — book early morning departures.
Off-peak: Fly Nov 13-20 for the sharpest fare drops after Diwali.
North India winter fog
Dec 15 — Jan 31, 2027
CAT-III capable crew/aircraft required. Non-CAT-III flights face delays or diversions. Book early-morning (04:00-07:00) or afternoon slots — avoid 23:00-03:00.
Off-peak: Avoid Dec 20-Jan 10 if possible. Fly from BOM/HYD/BLR instead when they offer non-stop options.
Christmas & New Year
Dec 20 — Jan 5, 2027
Goa and Kerala are the premier beach destinations. Diaspora return at peak — ex-DXB/LHR/SYD/EWR all see fare surges. Combine with winter fog on North India legs.
Off-peak: Fly Jan 7-20 for ~50% cheaper Goa/Kerala fares.
Earlier this year
Republic Day
January 26, 2026
Holi
March 4, 2026
Eid ul-Fitr
March 21, 2026
Summer School Break
May 15, 2026
Monsoon travel dip
July 15, 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi
September 14, 2026
Book around the peaks.
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