Which are the top 10 business travel cities in APAC?

Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong have emerged as the most visited cities by APAC business travellers, according to BCD Travel’s Cities & Trends Asia Pacific 2025 report. The ranking is based on an analysis of BCD clients’ flight and rail bookings throughout 2024.

Top 10 APAC business travel cities

1. Singapore

2. Tokyo

3. Hong Kong

4. Bangkok

5. Kuala Lumpur

6. Shanghai

7. Seoul

8. Taipei

9. Jakarta

10. Sydney

Top 10 intercontinental business travel cities

For intercontinental travel, Frankfurt, London, and San Francisco lead the list. The top five intercontinental cities are split between Europe and North America, reflecting the global nature of business travel.

1. Frankfurt

2. London

3. San Francisco

4. Amsterdam

5. New York City

6. Seattle-Tacoma

7. Munich

8. Paris

9. Los Angeles

10. Chicago

Popular business travel routes

Singapore dominates the top 10 city pairs for APAC flights, with five major routes originating from the city-state. Notably, the Shanghai–San Francisco route has climbed into the top 10 for intercontinental travel, while Bengaluru has become a key departure point, with flights to Frankfurt, London, and Seattle ranking among the most popular.

Rail travel in China and Japan

High-speed rail continues to be a preferred mode of travel for business professionals in China and Japan. Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains are renowned for their punctuality, efficiency, and comfort, making travel between major cities seamless. Meanwhile, China’s extensive high-speed rail system provides economical and convenient travel options, especially for medium-to-long distance journeys.