4th of July Travel Tips

July 1st, 2019

The 4th of July is more than just picnics, fireworks and parades. It's a time when many people travel across the country either by car or plane to be with family and celebrate the holiday. If you're one of the people traveling for the 4th of July, here are the tips you need to try to make the most of your travel time.

Travel Tips on 4th of July

Test Your Car Ahead of Time

If you're driving to your ultimate destination, make sure your car is ready for the trip. Test your battery, get an oil change, check your tires and more before you start a road trip. If you're driving long distances with little kids, try to make stops along the way or even stay one night in a hotel if the drive is too long.

Map Your Route in Advance

Half the battle of traveling is finding the best way to get there. If you're driving, try to map your route before you get in the car. You can program your GPS to see if there are low-traffic areas you can take or figure out the best time to leave. The bottom line is that planning before you go instead of figuring it out while you're driving will save you time.

Leave Early or Late

According to Google, the key 4th of July travel days are July 3–6. The best time to leave is before the workday traffic starts on July 3 or later in the evening after everyone goes home. Generally, 4 to 6 a.m. is a great time to hit the road on the actual holiday or after 11 p.m. if you don't mind sitting after fireworks.

Don't Bring Along the Fireworks

If you're flying to your destination, remember that fireworks and firecrackers will not be tolerated on flights. Wait until you get where you need to go before buying them. Even traveling in a car with fireworks can be dangerous if you also have kids with you or you're not storing each item properly.

Get to Airports Early

TSA recommends getting to the airport a few hours early if you're going to be traveling for the holiday. Between June 28 and July 9, 2018, TSA screened 28.3 million passengers and crew members. With that many people, you're bound to run into a time crunch if you're not at the airport early enough.

Keep an Emergency Kit

It's important to have an emergency kit in your car no matter where or when you're traveling, but it's especially crucial if you'll be in the car for a longer trip. Make sure you have a phone, car charger, flashlight with extra batteries, first-aid kit, water and snacks in case anything happens.

Use SuperShuttle

Follow these 4th of July traveling tips to make this holiday better than ever. If you need a way to get to the airport and back, choose SuperShuttle. We offer different ride options that can fit with your budget and timeframe, and we'll always make sure you get to the airport and back smoothly. Book a ride today.