45 million Americans expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend
AAA said 39.1 million people are expected to drive and 3.66 million to fly, setting a new Memorial Day record despite higher fuel costs.
- A record 45 million Americans are expected to travel between Thursday, May 21, and Monday, May 25, according to the American Automobile Association, surpassing last year's 44.8 million travelers.
- Despite the national average gas price of $4.52, travel demand remains strong as AAA Travel Vice President Stacey Barber noted Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer.
- Approximately 39.1 million people plan to drive at an 87% rate, while Orlando, Florida, ranks as the top domestic destination and Rome, Italy, leads international travel.
- Peak congestion will occur between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, and Memorial Day afternoon, though travelers can avoid delays by hitting the road before 11 a.m.
- Global oil prices have surged amid ongoing conflict in Iran, prompting President Donald Trump's administration to weigh a temporary federal gas tax suspension to address rising fuel costs.
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) AAA expects 45 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day weekend, an increase from last year. The travel agency says nearly 1 million people from Indiana are expected to be among those traveling.According to AAA, approximately 968,000 Hoosiers are expected to travel for the holiday, with the majority choosing to drive.Christina Griffiths, a representative for AAA Hoosier, joined Daybreak …
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