Festival & holiday flight deals 2026–27
Every big travel date for the next few months in one place — with verified dates, booking tips and quick searches for the busiest routes.
Upcoming festivals and holidays
Chhath Puja 2026
Fri 13 – Mon 16 November 2026
Coming upSabarimala season 2026–27
16 November 2026 – 20 January 2027
Coming upWedding season 2026
21 November – 12 December 2026
Coming upGuru Nanak Jayanti 2026
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Coming upDubai Shopping Festival 2026–27
4 December 2026 – 17 January 2027
Coming upChristmas & New Year 2026–27
Fri 25 December 2026 – Fri 1 January 2027
Coming upWinter holidays 2026–27
Delhi schools: 1 – 15 January 2027
Coming upMakar Sankranti, Pongal & Lohri 2027
Thu 14 – Sun 17 January 2027
Coming upRepublic Day long weekend 2027
Sat 23 – Tue 26 January 2027
How to find cheaper fares in festival season
- Book early. Festival dates are fixed months ahead; the lowest fares usually sell first.
- Shift by a day. Use the price calendar on any search to compare nearby dates.
- Try nearby airports. Patna, Darbhanga or Gaya for Bihar; Dabolim or Mopa for Goa; Dubai, Sharjah or Abu Dhabi for the UAE.
- Book the return too. The days right after a festival are just as busy as the days before it.
- Set a fare alert. We'll tell you when the price for your route drops.
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Festival travel — FAQ
When should I book flights for festivals in India?
As early as you can. Festival dates are known months in advance, so the cheapest seats on popular days are often booked first. As a rule of thumb, start comparing 6–8 weeks ahead for domestic festival travel and 8–10 weeks ahead for international holidays.
Which days are the most expensive around a festival?
Usually the two or three days just before the festival and the day or two right after it, when everyone travels at once. Flying a day earlier, on the festival day itself, or mid-week can help.
Is it cheaper to fly to a nearby airport?
Sometimes. For Bihar, compare Patna, Darbhanga and Gaya; for Goa, Dabolim and Mopa; for the UAE, Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Add the road journey before you decide.
Are the fares on FlightSasta live?
Not yet. The site currently shows sample fares while we connect our trusted airline and travel partners. The final price is always confirmed on the partner site.