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82 Million Americans Set to Travel This Thanksgiving

11/23/2025

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Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles during Thanksgiving week (Nov 25–Dec 1), according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).
About 73.2 million will drive and 6 million will fly, with Tuesday the busiest flying day.
Weather could disrupt travel, with rain affecting portions of the country Monday through Wednesday.
Travelers should drive before noon on most days, except Monday when post-holiday traffic is heavy.

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Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles during Thanksgiving week (Nov 25–Dec 1), according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).
About 73.2 million will drive and 6 million will fly, with Tuesday the busiest flying day.
Weather could disrupt travel, with rain affecting portions of the country Monday through Wednesday.
Travelers should drive before noon on most days, except Monday when post-holiday traffic is heavy.