Event Brief
Thanksgiving, Christmas airfares set for decade peak
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 29, 2026 at 4:20 PM ET
Summary: A new report says holiday airfares for Thanksgiving and Christmas are on track to be the highest in a decade. The increase is tied to rising jet fuel prices, which are expected to push ticket costs higher during peak travel periods.
WHO: Travel industry analysts compiling the report
WHAT: Report forecasts the highest Thanksgiving and Christmas airfares in 10 years due to higher jet fuel costs.
WHEN: Sep 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: Rising jet fuel prices are driving higher airfare costs during the Thanksgiving and Christmas travel season.
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