Christmas travelers may have cheaper flights this year, but they should expect higher travel prices once they arrive at their destination.
Persistent inflation combined with a rebound in travel after the COVID-19 lockdowns have kept prices high, particularly during major holidays.
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This year’s Christmas airfare averaged $339 round-trip in mid-December for domestic flights, according to Hopper, an online travel agency that tracks travel costs.
That’s not as cheap as flying sleigh and reindeer, but it’s an 11% decrease from 2019 and a 15% drop from last year.
A domestic Christmas flight averaged $339 in mid-December, a 15% drop from last year, according to Hopper.
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But shop fast: Prices were expected to increase by $5 a day and skyrocket to $10 a day as the holidays approach.
International travelers will also see a decline, though not to the same extent. The average round-trip ticket was $1,360 on average in mid-December, a 1% decrease from 2019.
However, travelers who need to pay for accommodation will see bigger price increases. The average hotel room for Christmas will cost $202 a night on average, up 14% compared to 2021, according to Hopper.
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According to Hopper, a Christmas hotel stay will cost you $202 on average, an increase of 14% over last year.
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Hopefully, that won’t force guests to take a loan from Mr. Potter.
Rental cars faced a huge price increase following the COVID-19 lockdowns. Fortunately, those have started to level off.
Car rental prices this Christmas are in line with costs in 2021, according to Hopper.
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Unfortunately, cars don’t run Christmas cheer. But at least anyone who drives will likely see some relief in gas prices.
Fuel costs have plummeted from the summer record of $5 a gallon. As of Friday, the average cost was almost $3.18, down from almost $3.32 compared to last year. according to AAA.
That should get you excited enough to ho-ho-ho in the new year.
