KAYAK Says July 2 Flights Cost 25% More Than July 4 for Holiday Travel
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Updated · USA TODAY · Jun 24
KAYAK Says July 2 Flights Cost 25% More Than July 4 for Holiday Travel
3 articles · Updated · USA TODAY · Jun 24
Summary
$380 domestic fares on July 1 and July 2 make those dates the priciest for July 4 travel, while flights on the holiday itself average $286, KAYAK said.
That gap comes as airfares trend down after weeks of increases, giving price-sensitive travelers more room to save by shifting departure dates.
Expedia data show the budget focus has intensified, with economy airfare searches up 120% year over year and use of budget filters jumping 1,265%.
Cheaper July 4 options include Fort Lauderdale at $281, Myrtle Beach at $305 and West Palm Beach at $320, while Hawaii fares to Kauai and Oahu are down as much as $99 from 2025.
Destination demand is also tilting toward value and access, with Expedia highlighting national-park gateways such as Moab and Flagstaff, while KAYAK sees search spikes for sports-event cities including Kansas City and New York.