Region and month

Where to go in Southeast Asia in December

6 of the 8 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.

Best fits in Southeast Asia for December

  1. #1

    Laos

    Laos

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 45–80 / person / day

    Best November to March

    Destination guideMonth-by-month guide

  2. #2

    Cambodia

    Cambodia

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 50–95 / person / day

    Best November to March

    Destination guideMonth-by-month guide

  3. #3

    Thailand

    Thailand

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 80–130 / person / day

    Best November to March

    Destination guideMonth-by-month guide

  4. #4

    Malaysia

    Malaysia

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 80–155 / person / day

    Best December to March

    Destination guideMonth-by-month guide

  5. #5

    Philippines

    Philippines

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 85–150 / person / day

    Best November to April

    Destination guideMonth-by-month guide

  6. #6

    Singapore

    Singapore

    December fit: 9/10

    USD 150–260 / person / day

    Destination guide

Where December is a weaker choice

Weaker in this month: Bali & Lombok.

Common questions

Where should I travel in Southeast Asia in December?
6 of the 8 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 45–80 per person for a typical trip.

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