Traveling this holiday season? Here’s how to maximize your budget.

Ah, the holidays! There’s nothing like hitting the ice with friends or engaging in a lively family debate over mashed potatoes. Before you dive into the festivities, it's essential to figure out your travel plans. That’s why we’ve gathered everything you need to organize your holiday trips, whether you’re heading home or venturing elsewhere.

Key holiday travel trends summarized. 

The holidays just became more budget-friendly. 💸

Great news: holiday airfare is decreasing overall. Thanksgiving fares have dropped by 6%, while prices for December holidays have seen a 9% reduction this year.

Envisioning an international Christmas. 🎄

There’s equal demand for both domestic and international flights this Thanksgiving. For the December holidays, 71% of flight searches are for destinations overseas, with Cancún, Tokyo, and London leading the way.

Californians are taking to the skies. 🐻

LAX and SFO are the two busiest airports during both Thanksgiving and the December holidays. If you're departing from these airports, make sure to allow ample time for security checks.

Enjoying palm trees in December. 🌴

It looks like travelers are leaving their scarves behind and grabbing sunscreen this December holiday season: Orlando, San Juan, Honolulu, and Miami are the top picks.

Curious about when to book? 🤔

• Thanksgiving (domestic flights): book 1 – 2 months in advance.
• Thanksgiving (international flights): book 2 – 3 months in advance.
• December holidays (domestic flights): book 2 – months in advance.
• December holidays (international flights): book 1 – 2 months in advance.

Additional insights.

The most affordable destinations for Thanksgiving are:

Here’s where to snag the best deals for Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Eve:

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