Summary
This winter holiday season, more Americans are expected to travel than ever before. Both road and air travel are seeing record numbers, with travel costs rising domestically but falling for international flights. The busiest travel days are expected to be just before Christmas, with top destinations being warmer locations in the U.S. and the Caribbean.
Key Facts
- 122.4 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles during the holiday period.
- 89% of these travelers will use cars, totaling 109.5 million people.
- 8.03 million passengers are expected to fly, setting a new air travel record.
- Bus, train, and cruise travel will also see a 9% increase, with 4.9 million travelers.
- Domestic travel costs are up, with round-trip flights costing $890 on average.
- International flight prices have dropped by 14%, averaging $1,400.
- The busiest travel days are expected to be December 20 and 21, with peak traffic in the afternoon and early evening.
- Popular holiday destinations include Orlando, Miami, and resorts in the Caribbean like Cancun and Punta Cana.
