Google Reveals Early Holiday Travel Trends and Booking Tips

Google has released a detailed report on early holiday travel trends, offering valuable insights for both travelers and marketers. The data, based on Google Flights searches, highlights trending domestic and international destinations for U.S. travelers. Popular domestic spots include New York and Orlando, while international destinations like Athens, Rio de Janeiro, and Hanoi are gaining popularity.

The report also reveals that U.S. travelers are increasingly seeking warmer climates for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Google provided specific advice on the best times to book flights for optimal prices. For domestic flights, the lowest prices were found 39 days before departure, with the best deals available 22 to 57 days in advance. International travel saw the best prices 89 days before departure.

For those planning Thanksgiving travel, the lowest prices were available 34 days before departure. Christmas travel deals were best booked 56 days in advance, with the best offers falling between late October and mid-November. These insights could be particularly useful for marketers looking to tailor their promotional campaigns to these travel trends.