{"id":45044,"date":"2025-02-11T11:30:40","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T11:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/?p=45044"},"modified":"2025-02-12T22:53:11","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T22:53:11","slug":"expedia-spring-travel-outlook-book-by-valentines-day-to-save-25-on-airfare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/expedia-spring-travel-outlook-book-by-valentines-day-to-save-25-on-airfare\/","title":{"rendered":"Expedia Spring Travel Outlook: Book by Valentine&#8217;s Day to Save 25% on Airfare"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>The Spring Travel Outlook Finds Late April is the Best Time to Save and Avoid Crowds <\/em>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Travelers can Leverage a Strong U.S. dollar to Stretch Their Travel Budgets in Top International Destinations<\/em>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today Expedia\u00ae released its Spring Travel Outlook, revealing flight searches for March through May are up, particularly for international travel.<sup>1<\/sup> Searches for spring trips abroad are higher than last year<sup>1<\/sup>, as Americans look to leverage a strong U.S. dollar to stretch their travel budgets when exploring international destinations like Japan and Mexico.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Canc\u00fan and London remain popular for spring breakers, data shows travelers are also eyeing spring trips to less typical spots like Rio de Janeiro, Bangkok and Seoul.<sup>2<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of destination, if last year&#8217;s trend holds spring travelers can save up to 25% on airfare by booking three to four weeks in advance of travel and avoiding peak travel dates.<sup>3<\/sup> For travelers planning around school breaks in March, that sweet spot ends around Valentine\u2019s Day.<sup>3<\/sup><sup>&nbsp;<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tips from the Spring Travel Outlook include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When to Book Spring Travel<\/strong><strong><sup>3<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best time: Three weeks to a month ahead of departure to save up to 25% &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Worst time: 0-6 days out or more than 90 days ou<s>t<\/s>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peak Travel Dates<\/strong><strong><sup>3<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Last two Saturdays of March (22 and 29)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easter weekend (April 18-20)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mother\u2019s Day weekend (May 9-11)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best Time to Travel<\/strong><strong><sup>3<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Domestic flights: Last week of April, first week of May (save nearly $55 vs. peak dates)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>International flights: First week of March, last week of April (save nearly $115 vs. peak dates)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regardless of the departure date, Expedia data shows departing on a Tuesday instead of a Friday could shave around 15% off the price of a domestic ticket.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Go<\/strong><strong><sup>2<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most popular: Orlando, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Canc\u00fan, London, Punta Cana&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fastest growing: Rio de Janeiro (+85%), Cura\u00e7ao (+60%), Tokyo (+50%), Osaka (+50%), Maui (+45%), Istanbul (+45%)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for the U.S. dollar going farther: The U.S. dollar is expected to remain strong for the first half of 2025, meaning travel budgets go farther when visiting international destinations. Now\u2019s a great time for Americans to enjoy a favorable exchange rate in Tokyo, Mexico City, Seoul and other popular spring destinations.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Wave Season<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spring is a great time to travel, and it\u2019s also the best time to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/swift\/cruise?siid=1207601&amp;referrer=ff36e267-fcc6-439b-8b39-6864b747b602&amp;lang=1&amp;destinations=9,1,7,24,15&amp;destinationtype=All&amp;cruiseline=1,2,5,982,6,7,8,8807&amp;startdate=05%2F01%2F2025&amp;enddate=12%2F31%2F2025&amp;transportid=29&amp;sortcolumn=departureDate&amp;sortorder=asc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book a cruise<\/a>. From now until March is\u201cwave season,\u201d the cruise industry\u2019s version of Black Friday. Book before the end of February to score extras like $1,000 onboard credits and other deals, discounts and extras. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThere are two types of spring travelers: spring breakers and everyone else,\u201d says Melanie Fish, head of Expedia Group brands public relations. \u201cFor the latter group, it\u2019s easy to skip the peak dates and save on your airfare ticket. For those that are beholden to school schedules, you can still save hundreds of dollars just by bundling your flights and hotel on Expedia, especially when you\u2019re headed to resort destinations like Mexico and Hawaii.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best and Busiest Times to Travel This Spring<\/strong><strong><sup>3<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on historical flight demand, average ticket prices peak in late March and remain higher through early April, reflecting the window when many schools are out for spring break. Meanwhile, Easter is later this year, falling on April 20, impacting demand and prices as travelers take advantage of the long weekend.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Conversely, the cheapest times to fly are before March 10, and late April through early May. Data also reveals departing on a Tuesday instead of a Friday could shave around 15% off the price of a domestic ticket.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4238\" height=\"1819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1.png 4238w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-300x129.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-1024x440.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-768x330.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-1536x659.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-2048x879.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Price-1-1568x673.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4238px) 100vw, 4238px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For crowd-averse travelers, take advantage of the days before Memorial Day Weekend travel kicks off, and avoid the third and fourth weeks of March.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4238\" height=\"1819\" data-id=\"45141\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1.png 4238w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-300x129.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-1024x440.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-768x330.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-1536x659.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-2048x879.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Best-Times-to-Fly_Volume-1-1568x673.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4238px) 100vw, 4238px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Destination Insights<sup>2<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While beach destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii remain top picks for spring breakers, Europe and Asia are increasingly popular this season as travelers look to visit tourist hotspots ahead of the summer rush. Here\u2019s where travelers are searching for spring:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trending Beach Getaways<\/strong>: Rio de Janeiro (+85%) stands out as the season\u2019s top trending destination, potentially driven by the high-profile free concert being held at Copacabana Beach in May and the city\u2019s annual Carnival festival in early March. Other beach hotspots garnering interest include Cura\u00e7ao (+60%) and Maui (+45%).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cherry Blossom Chasing<\/strong>: Tokyo (+50%) and Osaka (+50%) continue to be sought-after destinations, with U.S. travelers eager to experience Japan&#8217;s cherry blossom season beginning in late March, with peak bloom around the end of the month. &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International destinations where the dollar goes farther: <\/strong>For American travelers heading abroad, favorable currency exchange rates can be a boon when spending on local goods and services in places like Japan, Mexico, South Korea and across Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3269\" height=\"1833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL.png 3269w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-1024x574.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-1536x861.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-2048x1148.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Top-Destinations_FlightSearches_ALL-1568x879.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3269px) 100vw, 3269px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/US-Spring-Outlook25_Trending-Destinations_LodgingSearches_ALL-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Score Cruise Savings During Wave Season<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From January to March, it\u2019s \u201cwave season\u201d &#8211; that time of year when cruise lines offer their best deals, discounts and extras for the upcoming year. Here\u2019s how to get the most out of the cruise industry\u2019s version of Black Friday:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Look for Expedia Extras: <\/strong>whether it\u2019s an onboard cash credit, Expedia Exclusive Staterooms, reduced deposits, free upgrades or special offers, many cruise vacation packages come with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Cruises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Expedia bonus<\/a> \u2013 this is on top of the great wave season deals offered by the cruise line.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Earn up to an $1,000 onboard credit<\/strong> on select sailings by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/swift\/cruise?siid=1207601&amp;referrer=ff36e267-fcc6-439b-8b39-6864b747b602&amp;lang=1&amp;destinations=9,1,7,24,15&amp;destinationtype=All&amp;cruiseline=1,2,5,982,6,7,8,8807&amp;startdate=05%2F01%2F2025&amp;enddate=12%2F31%2F2025&amp;transportid=29&amp;sortcolumn=departureDate&amp;sortorder=asc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">booking<\/a> before February 28.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chat with a Vacation Consultant<\/strong> that specializes in cruises to help put together a custom vacation experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Save by bundling: <\/strong>Need a flight and hotel stay pre- and post-sailing? Bundle items together to save with package rates and manage the entire trip in one place.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Book now, pay later:<\/strong>&nbsp;Instead of paying up front, a new Flex Pay option lets Expedia travelers lock in their cruise and&nbsp;customize a payment plan&nbsp;over 3 to 24 months,&nbsp;making planning more budget-friendly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spring Travel Tips&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow Expedia\u2019s suite of traveler tools to simplify the journey by taking the guesswork out of booking, saving on airfare and streamlining the planning process.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Save with price alerts: Use Price Tracking on the Expedia app to pinpoint the optimal booking window and receive instant notifications when flight prices drop.*&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Opt for morning flights: According to Expedia\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/expedia-2025-air-hacks-report-flight-prices-down-august-is-the-cheapest-month-and-sunday-is-the-best-day-to-book\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2025 Air Hacks Report<\/a>, morning departures are less prone to cancellations than flights after 3 p.m., highlighting the benefits of seizing the day.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Looking to book a getaway this spring? Don\u2019t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/deals?langid=1033&amp;siteid=1&amp;brandcid=EXPEDIA-US.COMMS.PR.SPRINGTRAVELOUTLOOK.GENERIC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Annual Vacation Sale<\/a>, running from Feb. 26 through March 31, offering thousands of hotels and vacation package deals with 25% off or more for members.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Book once, earn twice: Unlock the benefits of One Key\u2122 membership by earning OneKeyCash\u2122 on eligible Expedia bookings. Input the airline mileage plan details at checkout to earn twice, turning each trip into a more rewarding experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Price predictions are not a guarantee and are available on select routes.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Data Sources<\/strong>:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>1<\/sup><em>Based on Expedia.com flight searches for travel during the weeks of <\/em><em>March 1 \u2013 May 22, 2025 as of Jan. 22, 2025, compared to same time period in 2024.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>2<\/sup><em>Most popular and trending destinations based on Expedia.com flight and hotel searches for travel during the weeks of March 1 \u2013 May 22, 2025, as of Jan. 22, 2025. 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