Prices for travel goods and services decreased by 1.4% in June, outpacing the overall economy’s modest 0.1% decline, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. This marks the second consecutive month of price drops in the travel sector, signaling a positive trend for consumers.
The U.S. Travel Association’s calculated Travel Price Index (TPI) shows that lower hotel, airline and gas prices were the primary contributors to the sector’s significant price reduction. In comparison, the broader economy experienced its first monthly price decline since 2020.
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The travel industry’s price trends are showing favorable conditions for consumers when compared to multiple timeframes, including month-to-month, year-over-year and versus pre-COVID-19 levels.
“Now is the time for the travel industry to boost volume,” said Geoff Freeman, president and CEO of U.S. Travel. We’ve already seen travelers take advantage, with eight of the 10 busiest days in TSA’s history occurring in 2024. It’s essential that the industry is equipped with the right funding, resources and technology — coupled with sustained government focus — to meet an increase in demand.”
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The TPI is updated monthly by U.S. Travel following the CPI release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by the U.S. Travel Association. It has been fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.