Brief
Skyscanner names top ten holiday destinations for 2027
Skyscanner’s 2027 trend report lists Bishkek, Hurghada, Malmö and six other locations as the fastest‑rising search destinations.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Skyscanner has published its 2027 top‑trending holiday destinations, ranking the places that recorded the biggest year‑on‑year rise in flight searches, the outlet reported on 13 October.
What happened
The travel‑search engine identified ten locations that saw the sharpest increase in online flight queries for 2027. Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan leads with a 501 % jump, followed by Hurghada, Egypt, and Malmö, Sweden. The list also includes Trapani, Italy; Samos, Greece; and four other spots not fully detailed in the excerpt.
What the report adds
Skyscanner’s data shows that the surge in interest reflects travellers’ shift toward “meaningful experiences” and a willingness to explore less‑touristed regions, according to CEO Bryan Batista. The company notes that some users are employing AI tools during the planning stage. Flight prices for the highlighted destinations start from as low as £27 return to Malmö in January, £65 to Trapani, £93 to Hurghada and £156 to Bishkek.
What was said
“Travel is entering a new era,” Bryan Batista told Skyscanner, adding that “people are becoming more intentional about how they spend their time and money… they’re prioritising meaningful experiences over material possessions.” The agency also described Hurghada as a spot “made for adventures above and below the water” and praised Trapani’s “crowd‑free Italian city break” vibe.
How it came about
Skyscanner compiled the rankings by analysing flight‑search data across its platform, comparing year‑on‑year growth rates. The company’s trend report follows earlier travel‑industry analyses that highlighted post‑pandemic demand for diverse experiences. Skyscanner’s focus on AI‑assisted planning mirrors broader industry moves toward digital assistance, a theme also noted in recent Felo News coverage of evolving travel booking behaviours.
Key facts
- Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan topped Skyscanner’s 2027 list with a 501 % increase in flight searches. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Hurghada, Egypt ranked second, with flights from £93 return in January. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Malmö, Sweden entered the top three, with return flights from £27 in January. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Skyscanner’s CEO Bryan Batista said travellers are seeking meaningful experiences and using AI in planning. (dailymail.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] dailymail.co.uk — originally reported as “The holiday destinations set to surge in 2027 - with flights from £27”
