Three Texas Cities Among the Top Worst for Summer Travel

Planning a summer vacation? You might want to avoid certain Texas cities, as potential issues like flight delays and traffic congestion could dampen your plans. According to Deloitte’s 2024 summer travel survey, more than half of Americans are planning a trip before the end of September. However, Forbes Advisor has identified the top 20 worst cities for summer travel, with three Texas cities making the list.

Dallas

Rank: 13th worst city for summer travel

Challenges: Dallas’ two major airports have a high rate of property loss and damage claims during summer (1.3 per 100,000 domestic passengers). The city also experiences many extreme temperature days in the summer (76 on average).

El Paso

Rank: 15th worst city for summer travel

Challenges: El Paso has the fewest parking lots and garages (0.46 per 100,000 residents) and the second fewest highly-rated tourist attractions on Tripadvisor (110). El Paso International Airport also has a high percentage of disrupted summer flights (26.5% on average).

San Antonio

Rank: 20th worst city for summer travel

Challenges: San Antonio experiences a high number of extreme temperature days in the summer (79 on average) and has a low walk score (36.9).

On a brighter note, Houston was ranked as the 10th best city for summer travel:

Rank: 10th best city for summer travel

Perks: Houston offers the lowest median hotel price during summer ($122.33 per night). Additionally, the city’s two major airports have a high rate of fully reimbursed property loss and damage claims (52.4% on average).

When planning your summer getaway, these rankings can help you choose a destination that offers a smoother and more enjoyable experience.