Region and month
Where to go in Southeast Asia in December
The destinations we track in Southeast Asia are a strong fit in December, based on our season model.
Fit and cost figures are My Travel Choices estimates from our own destination model, not live prices or booking data.
How to read this December ranking
A strong fit means our records show high December suitability for that destination, weighed together with trip fit and on-the-ground costs. It is not a dry-weather guarantee and not a forecast: conditions vary between a country's cities, coasts and islands. Daily figures are estimates for being there and exclude international flights.
Best fits in Southeast Asia for December
#1
Laos
Laos
December fit: 9/10
USD 45–80 / person / day
Best November to March
Best for: hidden gems, nature, adventure
Trade-off: check conditions for the exact city, coast or island before you commit.
#2
Cambodia
Cambodia
December fit: 9/10
USD 50–95 / person / day
Best November to March
Best for: culture, hidden gems, social
Trade-off: check conditions for the exact city, coast or island before you commit.
#3
Thailand
Thailand
December fit: 9/10
USD 80–130 / person / day
Best November to March
Best for: food, social, adventure
Trade-off: allow at least 14 days for this one to be worth it.
#4
Malaysia
Malaysia
December fit: 9/10
USD 80–155 / person / day
Best December to March
Best for: food, cities, culture
Trade-off: allow at least 10 days for this one to be worth it.
#5
Philippines
Philippines
December fit: 9/10
USD 85–150 / person / day
Best November to April
Best for: adventure, beach, hidden gems
Planning effort: more planning needed.
#6
Singapore
Singapore
December fit: 9/10
USD 150–260 / person / day
Best for: cities, food, shopping
Trade-off: check conditions for the exact city, coast or island before you commit.
Where December is a weaker choice
Weaker in this month: Bali & Lombok.
Common questions
- Where should I travel in Southeast Asia in December?
- The destinations we track in Southeast Asia are a strong fit in December, based on our season model.
- Which places in Southeast Asia are worth avoiding in December?
- Weaker in this month: Bali & Lombok.
- What is the cheapest option in Southeast Asia in December?
- Laos carries our lowest mid-range estimate here, around USD 45–80 per person per day on the ground, excluding international airfare.