Top Fall Travel Destinations

Whether you love the chill of autumn or prefer the lingering warmth, there's a perfect spot for you this season. We've explored popular and budget-friendly locations for fall, including options for enjoying the changing leaves. Keep reading for some of our best recommendations this season.

Popular International Getaways

Fall is the perfect time to discover places with cooler weather and vibrant foliage, and you don’t have to limit yourself to the US for beautiful fall colors. Here are our top trending international destinations for leaf peeping this autumn, based on recent data.

Top trending international spots for fall adventures*:

• Bangkok, ThailandInterest in Bangkok has surged by 380% compared to the same period last year.
• Auckland, New ZealandAuckland has seen a 291% increase in searches compared to last year.
• Taipei, TaiwanSearches for Taipei have risen by 256% compared to the same time last year.
• Sydney, AustraliaInterest in Sydney has grown by 251% compared to the same time last year.
• Tel Aviv, IsraelSearches to Tel Aviv are up by 249% from last year.
• Seoul, KoreaInterest in Seoul has increased by 238% compared to last year.
• Oslo, NorwaySearches for Oslo have jumped by 236% compared to the same time last year.
• Santiago, ChileInterest in Santiago has risen by 172% compared to last year.
• Buenos Aires, ArgentinaSearches for Buenos Aires are up by 158% compared to last year.
• Tokyo, JapanInterest in Tokyo has increased by 143% compared to the same period last year.

Budget-Friendly Domestic Getaways

After a summer of travel, many are seeking affordable escapes this fall. Fortunately, there are numerous destinations where you can relish the season without breaking the bank. Here’s our list of U.S. locations perfect for budget-conscious explorers.

Inexpensive spots for fall foliage viewing**:

Overall budget-friendly fall destinations***:

TLDR: If you're planning a fall getaway, we suggest considering one of the destinations mentioned above—whether you're a fan of the seasonal shift or prefer to steer clear of chilly weather (we understand both perspectives). For more ideas, explore the best places to visit in September and October this fall.

Methodology:

*Dinogo US analyzed round-trip economy searches conducted between 5/1/22 and 9/15/22 for fall travel dates (9/7/22 – 11/20/22). For year-over-year comparisons, we assessed the same search and travel dates in 2021.

**Dinogo US evaluated round-trip economy searches between 5/1/22 and 9/15/22 for fall travel dates (9/7/22 – 11/20/22) that showed the lowest median airfares from U.S. origins. Results were refined to include only destinations with peak fall foliage during this period.

***Dinogo US considered round-trip economy searches between 5/1/22 and 9/15/22 for fall travel dates (9/7/22 – 11/20/22) that had the lowest median airfares originating from the U.S.