AAA’s Labor Day travel outlook shows cheaper flights, hotels and rentals; see best/worst drive times, top destinations and key safety tips.

Road safety remains a top priority during holiday travel. AAA reminds drivers of key practices to reduce risks and protect all road users: Watch Your Speed: Excessive speed is a factor in nearly one-third of all motor vehicle fatalities. Maintain a safe and steady pace.

While Labor Day Weekend is expected to be a busy travel period, AAA said the cost of travel is expected to be lower this year compared to this time last year. "Round-trip flights (are) about 6% lower compared to last year, hotels 11% lower, and rental cars about 3% cheaper than Labor Day 2024," said Nick Chabarria, a spokesperson for AAA.