A recent study Google has revealed the top holiday destinations for 2024, providing key insights into where travellers are going and when to book their flights. According to Google Flights data, the top holiday destinations in 2024 are: popular destinations for Thanksgiving, including:
- Orlando
- Cancun
- new York
- Tokyo
- London
- Miami
- Paris
- Los Angeles
- Las Vegas
- Honolulu
Popular domestic destinations like Chicago, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth are also popular for Thanksgiving travel.
As the festive season approaches, interest is turning to more international destinations, with Manila, Sydney, Mexico City and Madrid all making the list. The top ten destinations for Christmas and New Year's Eve are:
- Tokyo
- Orlando
- Cancun
- Miami
- new York
- London
- San Juan
- Honolulu
- Paris
- Las Vegas
When to book your flights
When it comes to flight booking When it comes to holiday travel, timing is everything to get the best deals. For Thanksgiving, the cheapest time to book domestic flights is about 45 days before departure. The best time to book your plane tickets is between 26 and 59 days before your trip, making early October the ideal time to book your flights.
For Christmas, it's best to plan your vacation in advance to save more. Google indicates that the lowest prices are found 58 days before departure, with deals typically available between 36 and 72 days before. To get the best prices for a Christmas trip, try booking in late October.
For travel within Europe, flights are typically cheapest about 94 days before departure. The historically lowest price period is 50 days or more before takeoff, so book early for these international destinations.
Many people think that booking a flight on a specific day of the week can save money, but Google data shows that it’s not significant. Historically, Tuesday was only 1.3% cheaper than the most expensive day, Sunday. However, flying on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday can save you an average of 13%, or 20% for domestic travel.
