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Airfare for Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026 has climbed to $647-$675 on average, yet only 15% of holiday travelers have fully booked. Many wait hoping prices drop or savings grow, risking higher costs later. Survey shows cost dominates decisions, but convenience still sways many.
Travelers could be stuck paying high airfares even if oil and jet fuel prices fall, major U.S. airlines and industry analysts say. The price of jet fuel shot up after the Iran war began and retreated sharply in the spring before surging again as the summer went on. Such fluctuations make it harder
Holiday travelers are focused on costs, with high airfare, delays and crowds among their biggest concerns, according to a new YouGov and TPG survey