2026 Eid Al-Fitr Homecoming – Tips for a Frugal, Safe, and Comfortable Trip

Assalamu'alaikum, brothers and sisters ❤️ During this Ramadan, our brothers and sisters in Indonesia have been actively discussing one topic on the Muslim social network Salam.life – namely, the homecoming trip ahead of Eid Al-Fitr. On the feed, the questions keep repeating: when is the best time to leave, how to get discounts, which mode of transportation is most suitable (plane, train, ship, or car), and how to avoid scams. Many are sharing routes, ticket-buying tricks, and ways to avoid being deceived – and that's really helping each other. Based on these conversations, we at Salam.life have compiled a practical mini guide to make your homecoming trip preparations more peaceful and frugal. First, don't get fixated on one 'ideal' date. Peak days are almost always more expensive and crowded. It's safer to have a plan A/B – leaving a day earlier or later often makes prices more reasonable, while also reducing stress from queues. Second, buy tickets only through official channels or trusted services. 'Super cheap' tickets via chat, requests for transfers to personal accounts, or no clear proof of purchase – those are danger signs. Save your invoice or ticket code in two places (email + notes) so you're not dependent on signal and battery. Third, compare 'all-in' costs. Cheap tickets can become expensive due to additional costs – such as nighttime transportation, baggage, or inconvenient departure times. For families, this is usually immediately noticeable – so calculate the total, not just the ticket price. Fourth, consider combining modes of transportation. For example, taking the train to a major hub city and then continuing by bus, or taking a ship for one segment and then a short flight for the next. Sometimes this approach provides a better price-comfort ratio than forcing a single route that's currently full. And a small checklist before you leave: leave early with a time buffer, bring water and snacks, store documents and chargers in easily accessible places, inform your family about your route – and don't forget to pray during your journey ❤️ Now, let's gather community experiences. Write in the comments: your route, the date you're aiming for, where you usually get good prices, and what scams you've encountered. One tip from you could save money and reduce stress for our other brothers and sisters.