Shrove Tuesday lands today, so it’s just 47 days to Easter Sunday and the next big break for Australians. With most Aussies able to hack the four-day public holiday weekend into a 10-day getaway from 3–12 April, Easter travel 2026 is already on track.
Webjet’s data reveals that Aussies are keen to make the most of the Easter period this year with international flight bookings made between 9 April 2025 and 1 February 2026 for travel during 28 March – 12 April 2026 up 15 per cent compared to two weeks prior.
Close-to-home destinations dominate Easter travel 2026 with all top 10 international hotspots located in the Asia-Pacific region.
Bali took out the top spot, followed by Tokyo, Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown, highlighting New Zealand as a popular across-the-ditch Easter break hotspot, thanks to its proximity and price.
Rounding out the top 10 international destinations for a Easter break are Manila, Bangkok, Nadi, Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City as Aussies seek sun, culture, food and value-for-money getaways close to home.
For travel advisors, the Easter travel 2026 data reinforces the importance of competitive fares, flexible packaging and early engagement for short- to mid-haul leisure escapes.
Easter is also a peak time for interstate travel, and Webjet’s booking data shows Melbourne is on top for domestic destinations.
Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Gold Coast fill the top five domestic destinations with Melbourne and Adelaide hosting major events during this period.
Rounding out the top 10 domestic destinations for Aussies this Easter are Perth, Hobart, Cairns, Maroochydore (Sunshine Coast) and Launceston.
The blend of capital cities, events and coastal hotspots highlights continued appetite for short breaks and fly-drive itineraries within Australia.
For advisors, Easter travel 2026 offers a prime opportunity to leverage public holiday strategy, encouraging clients to maximise annual leave and lock in high-demand routes before availability tightens.
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KARRYON UNPACKS: Easter travel 2026 trends confirm Aussies are prioritising value-driven Asia-Pacific escapes and event-led domestic breaks, giving advisors clear signals on where to focus inventory and marketing during peak demand windows.
