With an extra day (or two) off from work, the 4th of July is the perfect time for a last minute getaway. Whether you live to wear red, white and blue or you’re just looking for a change of scenery, we’ve got the information you need to decide where to go. We scanned our Travel Hacker Data to determine which of our most searched destinations offer the lowest airfare* over the 4th of July. These 10 destinations will leave you with enough money to splurge on that American flag body suit you’ve always wanted. Or maybe just a nice hotel room.
Top 10 Destinations with Lowest Median Airfare over July 4th:
Median airfare: $271
If you’re simply looking for the lowest airfare you’ll be spending American Independence Day in Canada. Head out of the city and gulp in the fresh air and serene landscape of the Toronto Islands, just a short ferry ride from the Queen’s Quay. This city also made our Summer Travel Hacker as the #2 Trending Summer destination so we know there’s plenty to discover.
Median airfare: $273
Fayetteville Street is at the center of 4th of July celebrations in Raleigh. Family attractions like kid’s carnival rides, street performers and even eating contests start up around noon and live music rolls on from 3:30pm until the fireworks take center stage once darkness falls.
Median airfare: $277
The State Fair of Texas opens up its grounds for a day of rides, games, Dixie music and of course, fireworks. If you’re feeling extra energetic, start the day with the Dallas 7/4 race in the morning – you won’t feel so bad about all those corndogs.
Median airfare: $279
Celebrate in the nation’s capital and stop by the National Archives to actually see the original Declaration of Independence. Then watch the National Parade followed by an over-the-top fireworks display. Amurrica!
Median airfare: $288
Choose from an assortment of all-American activities including a baseball game, drag race, and even a road race. The Georgia Aquarium (one of the largest in the world) will host a “Red, White & Brew” event with unlimited beer, food, live music and a great view of the fireworks at Centennial Olympic Park.
- Long Beach, California
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Orlando, Florida
Now that you have all the information you need to make the best decision, pack those party poppers and get ready to really relax. And check out our Summer Travel Hacker for more summer getaway ideas.
* For queries conducted on US locale with US origins for 4th of July travel dates [07/02/2015 through 07/05/2015] and search dates through 06/05/2015, top 10 destinations with the lowest median airfare of the top 100 most searched destinations.
