AAA Reveals Top Spring Break Destinations for 2026

Florida, Europe, and the Caribbean lead the list of popular warm-weather getaways.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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According to new booking data from AAA Travel, many travelers are heading to warmer destinations for this spring break season. Florida continues to dominate the list of popular domestic destinations, with Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami topping the list. International travel is also strong, with European cities like Rome, Paris, and Amsterdam among the most popular overseas choices. Caribbean locations such as Cancun, Punta Cana, and San Juan also remain popular spring break spots.

Why it matters

Spring break is a major travel period, and these insights from AAA provide valuable information for both travelers and the tourism industry. The data reveals shifting consumer preferences and emerging trends in the travel market, which can help destinations and travel providers better cater to spring break travelers.

The details

AAA says the average cost of roundtrip flights to popular domestic spring break destinations is about $815 this year, up 2% from last year. Meanwhile, international airfare is slightly cheaper, averaging about $1,300 for roundtrip tickets. 'Heading to warmer climates has become an annual Spring Break tradition for many families,' said Jim Garrity, director of public affairs for AAA East Central. 'After a very rough winter for a large portion of the country, spring break provides a welcome opportunity to get away, relax, and enjoy.'

  • AAA released the spring break travel data on March 11, 2026.

The players

Jim Garrity

Director of public affairs for AAA East Central.

AAA Travel

A travel organization that provides booking data and insights on popular travel destinations and trends.

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What they’re saying

“Heading to warmer climates has become an annual Spring Break tradition for many families.”

— Jim Garrity, Director of public affairs for AAA East Central

The takeaway

This data from AAA highlights the enduring popularity of spring break travel, with travelers continuing to flock to warm-weather destinations in Florida, the Caribbean, and Europe. The insights can help the travel industry better prepare for and cater to the influx of spring break travelers each year.