Best Time to Travel:
When to Go, From Australia to Anywhere in the World
The best time to travel depends on where you’re headed and what you’re after — sunshine, fewer crowds, lower fares, or a bucket-list wildlife moment.
For Australian travellers the seasons flip the script: when it’s winter at home (Jun–Aug) it’s peak ski season in Japan and Europe’s quiet shoulder, while our summer (Dec–Feb) is high season for Tasmania, New Zealand and the southern states.
Use the calculator below to get a clear, month-by-month answer for 24 popular destinations — at home and overseas — ranked by your trip style and what matters most to you.
As your Central Coast travel agent, Odyssey Adventures then turns that perfect window into a fully booked itinerary.
Best Time to Travel Calculator
From an Aussie getaway to anywhere in the world — pick a destination, your trip style and what matters most, and we'll show you the ideal months to go.
Guidance only — conditions vary year to year.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the cheapest time to travel overseas from Australia? Generally outside the December–January summer holidays and the Easter and July school breaks. Bali, Thailand and the Pacific are best value in their shoulder seasons, while Europe is cheapest from November to March (excluding Christmas).
When is the best time for a honeymoon? For a tropical honeymoon, the Maldives (Dec–Apr), Fiji (May–Oct) and Bali (Apr–Oct) offer the calmest, sunniest conditions. For Europe, May–June and September pair warm weather with fewer crowds.
When is the best time to visit Bali? April to October — Bali’s dry season — for sunny beach and temple days. July–August and the December–January holidays are the busiest and most expensive.
When is ski season in Japan and New Zealand? December to February for Japan’s powder, and June to September for New Zealand’s South Island. Choose “Snow & ski” in the calculator to compare them.
Do I need a travel agent to book these trips? You don’t have to — but a local agent saves you time and money. Odyssey Adventures is a mobile travel agency serving the Central Coast, Newcastle and Greater Sydney, building custom itineraries, honeymoons, group and corporate trips around the best time to go.