Millions Travel for 4th of July Weekend Amidst Lower Gas Prices

Holiday Travel Rush Underway

• 🚀 A record number of people, over 70 million, are expected to travel for the 4th of July weekend.
• ⚠️ AAA anticipates roads will be even more packed this year compared to last year.

Airport and Port Authority Travel

• ✈️ 5.5 million passengers are expected to use Port Authority airports, bridges, and tunnels between July 3rd and 7th.
• 🛫 Nearly 2.2 million passengers will travel through major airports including JFK, Newark, LaGuardia, and Stewart International.

Gas Prices and Travel Tips

• ⛽ The good news is that gas prices are down compared to last year's holiday period.
• 📍 Nationally, the average price for regular gas is $3.17, with variations in New York ($3.20), New Jersey ($3.15), and Connecticut ($3.17).
• ⏰ AAA recommends leaving early in the morning to avoid congestion, particularly before 12:00 p.m.
• 🚦 Avoid the 2 to 6 p.m. rush hour and be aware that July 4th from 12 to 7 p.m. is also expected to be a rough travel period.
• 🔙 Sunday is predicted to be the worst day to travel as people return to town.