Places to Visit in September with Kids in Asia | For The Best Family Trips!

September is a great time to get away! It coincides with the September school holidays, yet it is less crowded and cheaper compared to the June or December holidays. Here are a couple of travel ideas for those who are looking to have your mini-break! 

1. Maldives

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The rain starts to clear over the islands in September, so while you may still get some rainfall, its not going to be like the monsoon season of July and August. 

It's probably a great time to score a bargain, and still have a good holiday! 

2. Bali

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A popular destination for families all year round, but September (together with April and May) might be the best time to visit for families looking to avoid the peak season and still be within the dry season. 

We hear that hotels can be at least 30 - 50% cheaper compared to the June, July and August peak season! 

Also Read: 12 Family- Friendly Places to visit in Bali!

3. Bangkok

Everyone loves a trip to Bangkok. Its relatively cheap and there are lots to see, eat and do for families! But do not that September is one of the rainiest month in Bangkok - so plan your trip well with lots of indoor activities too!

4. Tokyo

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Fall starts to set in towards the end of September, and with it comes the cooler weather which is great for travelling. Because it is not the peak season, you may even get bargain deals on hotel and airfare too! 

Don't just visit Disneyland, but do check out the many other attractions available in the city! Here's 3 kids friendly attractions that you may not want to miss!

5. Johor Bahru

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Take a short trip to Johor Bahru, and visit popular family attractions like Legoland, Sanrio Hello Kitty Town, Puteri Habour and more! Find out more about what to do with kids in Johor Bahru with our dedicated page. 

Also Read: Amazing Kids-friendly Spots for a Family Staycation in Singapore

10 Cheapest Destinations by Avg. Flight Price 

To help families maximise the September holidays, Skyscanner has curated a list of top 10 cheapest destinations for September, with average flight prices, perfect for travellers looking to stretch their dollar without compromising on experience.  

Take a look at the list below, is there anywhere you like to go? 

• Krabi, Thailand: S$126
• Kuching, Malaysia: S$195
• Guiyang, China: S$249
• Harbin, China: S$276
• Colombo, Sri Lanka: S$318
• Perth, Australia: S$461
• Chongqing, China: S$510
• Osaka, Japan: S$524
• Chengdu, China: S$579
• Zurich, Switzerland: S$876

For the cheapest September destinations, Skyscanner analysed their flight search data from 1 January to 31 March 2025, covering outbound travel during the month of September 2025. Destinations were ranked based on the average return economy flight price. The lists were then curated by considering additional factors such as suitability for leisure travel, ensuring the results are both data-driven and relevant for holidaymakers. 

So there you have it, what do you think? Will you be making plans to visit these cities soon?