The sun's shining, and so is the moon? A total eclipse is on the way.

The sun's shining, and so is the moon? A total eclipse is on the way.

Attention all solar enthusiasts (but seriously, don’t look directly at the sun). On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will traverse North America, sweeping over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. This offers the perfect chance (and reason) to plan a getaway to witness this phenomenon. 

For those unfamiliar, a total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves directly between the Sun and Earth, completely obscuring the Sun. The sky turns dark, everyone gasps in amazement while peering through a cereal box, and then the Moon continues on its path, returning the world to its usual brightness. 

Since the last total eclipse took place in August 2017—and the next won’t occur for another 20 years—this is truly an occasion worth traveling for. In fact, interest is already soaring: we've observed a 304% rise in flight searches and a 15x increase in hotel inquiries for the eclipse dates compared to the same period last year. So, make your plans fast! To assist you, we’ve compiled a list of over 20 of our most affordable destinations that will experience a minimum of 2 minutes of totality during the eclipse. Here’s where you should head:

Top 10 budget-friendly flight destinations along the path of totality.

We analyzed the data to identify destinations that offer the best value for economy airfare.

Top 10 affordable hotel options within the path of totality.

If you prefer staying closer to home—or are looking to save on your trip’s daily expenses—these destinations are where you can find the best hotel rates on Dinogo.

Top 10 economical car rental locations near the path of totality.

If you’re planning to rent a car during your visit, here are the destinations offering the most affordable daily rental rates.