Is it better to drive the day before Thanksgiving?


Is it better to drive the day before Thanksgiving? For travelers who are taking to the skies, the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving will likely be the busiest — and most expensive — travel days ahead of the holiday, according to AAA. The Sunday after Turkey Day is typically the busiest travel day to return home.


What is the best time to drive on holidays?

Generally, the best times to travel are before 2 p.m. and after 8 p.m.


Is the day before Thanksgiving a busy driving day?

Busiest days for Thanksgiving travel The day before Thanksgiving is notoriously one of the most congested days on our roadways. Travelers should be prepared for long delays, especially in and around major metros,” Bob Pishue, a transportation analyst at INRIX, said.


What is the busiest travel day of the year 2023?

TSA is projecting to screen 2.6 million passengers on Tuesday, Nov. 21; 2.7 million passengers on Wednesday, Nov. 22 and 2.9 million passengers on Sunday, Nov. 26, which will likely be the busiest travel day.


Is Thanksgiving a good time to visit Europe?

Most Europeans aren't traveling during this period, so it's an ideal time to see some of the continent's most popular tourist attractions including Rome's Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower in Paris and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia without throngs of other tourists in your photos.


What times are roads quietest?

Certain days of the week, specifically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., are likely to have less traffic than others. On the other hand, Fridays are the busiest day of the week.


Why is Thanksgiving travel so expensive?

Rising jet fuel prices, fewer scheduled flights, and pent-up travel demand have all contributed to the higher prices, Hopper said.