00:00Flying home for the holidays will cost more this year.
00:03Hopper's 2026 Holiday Travel Index points to the priciest season in a decade.
00:08Higher jet fuel costs are a big reason.
00:10Domestic round-trip Thanksgiving.
00:12Fares now average $402.
00:15That's up 31%, or about $95 from last year.
00:19Christmas fares average $452, up 23%.
00:23Christmas hotels average about $197 a night, up 18%.
00:28Timing matters a lot.
00:30Flying home on the Sunday after Thanksgiving averages $604.
00:34Waiting until Monday or Tuesday can save about $250.
00:38Big city hotels sometimes drop prices a day or two before the holiday.
00:43To avoid delays, pick nonstop flights leaving before 9 in the morning.
00:47For can't-miss events, arrive a day early.
00:50Points and miles can help cover the cost.
00:52With fares still climbing, booking soon may pay off.
00:56Disclosure.
00:56This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
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