Best and worst times to travel for 4th of July holiday weekend, per AAA
MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 10: Vehicles are driven along I-95 on January 10, 2022 in Miami, Florida. In 2021, greenhouse gas emissions rose by 6.2 percent over the previous year, according to a preliminary report by the research firm Rhodium Group. The
If you're traveling for the 4th of July, you're not alone. That's why the American Automobile Association (AAA) is providing what they are calling the best and worst times to travel over the holiday weekend.
An estimated 2.6 million Floridians are expected to travel 50 miles or more, and despite high gas prices, majority (2.3 million) are choosing to take a road trip for the Independence Day holiday, the most on record, dating back to 2001, according to AAA.
BEST TIMES TO TRAVEL FOR 4TH OF JULY
- Thursday, June 30: Before 7 a.m / After 8 p.m.
- Friday, July 1: Before 10 a.m. / After 9 p.m.
- Saturday, July 2: Before 12 p.m. / After 7 p.m.
- Sunday, July 3: Low congestion expected all day
- Monday, July 4: Low congestion expected all day
WORST TIMES TO TRAVEL FOR 4TH OF JULY
- Thursday, June 30: 2 p.m. through 8 p.m.
- Friday, July 1: 12 p.m. through 9 p.m.
- Saturday, July 2: 2 p.m. through 4 p.m.
- Sunday, July 3: Low congestion expected all day
- Monday, July 4: Low congestion expected all day
Although air travel is forecast to be 2% stronger than last year, domestic traveler volumes are expected to remain below pre-pandemic levels. Experts said it is likely due to ongoing concerns of cancelations and delays with airlines.
The AAA's booking data revealed that big cities and international classics are top destinations this Independence Day.
One of the top U.S. destinations this year for the holiday is of course, Orlando, Florida.