If you’ve felt like flights have been a little cheaper lately, you’re not imagining it. A new report from NetCredit breaks down which states and airports offer the best (and worst) domestic flight prices in 2025, and the results are packed with surprises.
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Let’s start with some good news. 41 states saw lower average airfare this year, which means more money left over for things like hotels, excursions, and fancy airport snacks.
Some of the biggest winners:
West Virginia: down $75 on average
North Dakota: down $66
Rhode Island: down $56
Massachusetts: down $47
Even bigger states like California, Texas, and Florida saw small drops in airfare.
According to NetCredit, domestic travel is up 3 percent this year. With fewer international visitors, airports are slightly less crowded too.
Based on the average cost of domestic flights, these five states are the most budget-friendly for flyers:
Hawaii. Average airfare cost $287.79
New Jersey. Average airfare cost $308.70
Florida. Average airfare cost $325.25
Arizona. Average airfare cost $329.90
Rhode Island. Average airfare cost $342.28
Yes, Hawaii is #1. It’s not just about flying to the islands, flying out of them is surprisingly affordable too.
These airports have the lowest average domestic flight prices:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Average airfare cost $129.99
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Average airfare cost $132.18
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD). Average airfare cost $142.09
Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Average airfare cost $153.92
Atlantic City International Airport (ACY). Average airfare cost $167.88
For the full list and more information about where your state or airport rank, you can check NetCredit site:
Domestic flight prices dropped in 41 states
Hawaii has the cheapest average airfare at $287
Orlando Sanford (FL) is the cheapest airport to fly from at $129
Jackson Hole (WY) is the most expensive airport at $611
Domestic travel is up 3%, while international visitors are down
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