Labor Day Travel Overview
Labor Day weekend is approaching, with many travelers preparing to leave for vacation as summer wraps up. However, be prepared for rising gas prices; GasBuddy forecasts an average of $4.03 per gallon, the highest price recorded for Labor Day. Last year, it was $3.19 per gallon.
Air Travel Insights
- The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects to screen more than 17 million passengers from Sept. 3 to Sept. 9.
- Top travel destinations include Seattle, Orlando, Boston, Denver, and New York City.
- United Airlines anticipates about 3.4 million travelers, with its busiest days on Sept. 4 and Sept. 7.
- American Airlines expects over 3.5 million travelers, with heavy traffic at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Sept. 7.
Road Travel Insights
- The busiest travel times will be Thursday, Sept. 3, after work and Friday, Sept. 4.
- Expect significant traffic: worst on Sept. 3 between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and on Sept. 4 from noon to 8 p.m..
- On Labor Day, the peak traffic will be between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m..
For more details on gas prices and travel trends, check this article.
Additional Note
The current national average for a gallon of gas is now $4.14, reflecting a significant increase leading into the holiday weekend.
Be prepared for busy travel days, and consider planning your trips accordingly!
