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Trends &insights

Own the journey this fall

Fall travel is booming – from sporting events to seasonal getaways, millions of travelers are taking to the skies. With cooler weather and high demand, fall represents one of the most powerful moments to connect with audiences on the move.

25 million
sports-related trips in 2024, fueled by college sports, fall chasers and more.
65%
of Americans travel specifically to experience a season and over half say fall is the season they'd go out of their way to chase*.

More than half of U.S. travelers are flying this fall.

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More trips, more spend

Fall travel is up year over year, with average spend rising sharply. It's a prime moment for brands looking to connect with high-value travelers.

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Chasing the season

Nearly two-thirds of Americans say fall is their favorite season to explore, making it a peak time for inspiration and discovery.

Decorative vector

The traveler journey

3 ways in which we reach the customer.

A person at a lounge typing on their laptop keyboard searching for a flight on United’s website

Pre-booking & planning

Travelers start their fall journey online, researching escapes and booking long weekends on United.com and the United app.

A person on a plane touching a seatback display.

Day of travel

Engagement peaks at the airport and inflight, where travelers spend hours immersed in entertainment and brand storytelling.

A person sitting on a bench in the fall with leaves on the ground viewing the United mobile app screen.

Wherever they go

The journey doesn't end at landing. With digital extensions, brands can stay connected and inspire travelers well beyond their trip.

Travelers in an airport terminal with luggage preparing for their journey

From planning to post-trip, fall travel offers a golden window for brands to connect with millions of engaged, high-intent travelers.

174M

174M passengers fly United each year

3 hours

Travelers spend ~3 hours with Inflight Entertainment per trip

<25%

More than 25% of annual income will be spent on travel, highlighting how thoughtfully travelers are investing in experiences.

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Own the Journey This Fall - Fall Travel Trends