Cheapest Time to Fly to Seychelles (and the Most Expensive)
The cheapest time to fly to Seychelles is often late January–March, May–early June, and September–November—while July–August and late December–early January are usually the priciest.
Flights to Seychelles can be pricey, so timing matters a lot. The biggest fare swings usually come down to Northern Hemisphere summer demand, holiday weeks, and how many “easy” connections are available from the US on your dates.
Most travelers fly into Victoria (SEZ). If you’re splitting islands, airfare is only one piece—your dates still do the heavy lifting.
Quick Overview
- Cheapest time to fly to Seychelles: late January–March, May–early June, and September–November
- Most expensive time to fly to Seychelles: July–August, late December–early January, and peak spring break/Easter weeks
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Cheapest Time to Fly to Seychelles
These are the stretches when demand usually cools off—and that’s when deals are most likely to show up.
Late January to March (post-holiday dip)
After the New Year rush fades, prices often settle. Late winter into early spring is one of the more dependable windows for better airfare odds.
Money-saving tip: Midweek departures: Tuesday–Thursday often price better than weekend-heavy dates.
Heads-up: Spring break timing: some March weeks jump if they overlap US school breaks.
May to Early June (shoulder-season value)
This is a solid “value window” for Seychelles flights—demand usually isn’t at its annual high, and pricing can be noticeably better than July and August.
Money-saving tip: Flexible returns: shifting your return by 1–2 days can change a long-haul fare a lot.
Heads-up: Late June creep: prices often start climbing as summer demand builds.
September to November (fall deal stretch)
Once summer peak travel fades, fares can soften again. September and October can be especially worth watching, with November often staying deal-friendly until the holiday surge begins.
Money-saving tip: Early November: often cheaper than the final stretch of the month.
Heads-up: Thanksgiving week: international routes can still spike.
Most Expensive Time to Fly to Seychelles
These are the stretches when fares most often run hot—because demand stacks fast.
July to August (summer peak)
This is usually the hardest time to find a cheap fare to Seychelles. More travelers lock in fixed dates, and prices tend to stay elevated.
Peak within peak: Late July into mid August is often the toughest stretch.
Late December to Early January (holiday surge)
If you’re trying to travel around Christmas and New Year, expect premium pricing—especially for late-December departures and early-January returns.
Peak within peak: The week after Christmas through the first week of January.
March to April (spring break and Easter timing)
Depending on the year, spring break patterns and Easter week can push prices up quickly—especially on weekend-heavy itineraries.
Peak within peak: Friday–Sunday patterns usually cost more than midweek-to-midweek trips.
Want Better Weather Without Peak Flight Prices?
If you want a trip that feels like “good timing” without paying the highest airfare, these windows often land well:
- Late May to early June: often cheaper than July–August, with strong trip timing
- September (late month): sometimes cheaper than peak summer weeks
- Early November: often better pricing odds than late December holiday travel
Extra tip: If you’re planning time on Mahé plus another island, try building your dates around the flight first—then fit the island split into that window.
Best Booking Window for Cheap Flights to Seychelles
Because Seychelles usually involves long-haul routing, the best deals often come from tracking prices early and moving when you see a real drop.
- Sign up for Jetsetter Alerts cheap flight alerts—so you can get real-time notifications anytime a deal pops up to Seychelles.
- Google Flights can alert you if the specific dates you’re watching drop in price—sign up, and they’ll email you if the fare goes down.
Seasonal Airfare Demand for Seychelles
Use this chart as a quick guide to the cheapest vs. priciest months to fly.
| Month | Demand Level | Price Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | High → Medium | High → Medium | Better after the first week |
| Feb | Medium | Medium | Often deal-friendly |
| Mar | Medium → High | Medium → High | Spring break spikes some weeks |
| Apr | Medium → High | Medium → High | Easter weeks can jump |
| May | Medium → Low | Medium → Low | Often strong value |
| Jun | Medium → High | Medium → High | Summer build begins |
| Jul | High | High | Peak demand |
| Aug | High | High | Peak demand |
| Sep | Medium | Medium | Post-summer cooldown |
| Oct | Medium → Low | Medium → Low | Often deal-friendly |
| Nov | Low → Medium | Low → Medium | Strong value window |
| Dec | Medium → Very High | Medium → Very High | Early deals; late holiday surge |