Google Flights has released a list of the top destinations for summer 2024, based on the most searched locations by U.S. travelers. The list includes popular international destinations such as London, Paris, Tokyo, and Rome, as well as domestic locations like New York, Orlando, Las Vegas, and Seattle. The rankings are determined by searches for travel between June 1 and August 31.
London has claimed the top spot as the most popular destination for summer 2024, followed by Paris in second place despite hosting the upcoming Summer Olympics. Tokyo saw a significant jump from its eighth-place ranking in 2023 to third place on the list. Rounding out the top five is Rome at number four and New York as the first U.S. destination at number five.
While Cancun was in second place the previous year, it has dropped to sixth place in the rankings for summer 2024. Orlando, Las Vegas, and Seattle take spots 7th, 8th, and 9th on the list, respectively, with high numbers of travelers searching for these domestic destinations. Athens in Greece completes the top 10, emerging as a popular travel spot for this summer.
In addition to the top 10 destinations, other popular U.S. locations for summer travel include Los Angeles, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Honolulu, Denver, and Boston. Madrid and San Juan, Puerto Rico have both made their way into the top 20 for the first time, ranking at 18th and 20th place, respectively. These emerging destinations show a shift in traveler preferences for summer 2024.
Overall, the list of top destinations for summer 2024 reflects a mix of well-known and unexpected locations that cater to a variety of traveler preferences. Whether you are looking for an international adventure or a domestic getaway, Google Flights provides options that cater to everyone’s interests and travel desires. Start planning your summer travel now and explore the world through these exciting and popular destinations recommended by Google Flights.
