Labor Day Weekend Continues Record Travel Trends
Labor Day Weekend: A Peak in Travel Trends
The 2024 travel season has already broken records, and Labor Day weekend will only continue that trend. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said earlier this month that it is expected to screen more than 17 million people at airports from Aug. 29 through Sept. 4.
Passenger Volume Surge
According to the agency, passenger volumes during this period could be 8.5 percent higher than the same timeframe last year. The top 10 busiest travel days for the TSA have all taken place since May. TSA Administrator David Pekoske stated, “People are traveling more than ever this summer and TSA along with our airline and airport partners stand ready to close the busiest summer travel period on record during this upcoming Labor Day weekend.”
Busiest Airports and Destinations
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
According to Hopper, most searched domestic destinations for Labor Day weekend include New York City, Seattle, and Los Angeles, while Tokyo, London, and Paris lead international searches.
Traffic and Delays
Delays are expected to rise by 9 percent, particularly during peak hours on Labor Day, Sept. 2, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.. The TSA indicated that the travel season is likely to taper off after the holiday, marking a period of reduced travel.
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