ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida gas prices climbed 20 cents per gallon last week as millions of Americans prepare to hit the road for Thanksgiving.
Florida gas prices averaged $3.10 per gallon on Sunday.
“Florida gas prices jumped 20 cents last week, following a familiar trend of rising after a series of declines,” Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA, said in a release. “If that pattern holds, drivers could see prices ease as they hit the road for Thanksgiving. With pump prices matching last year’s holiday, even a small drop would give travelers extra savings compared to 2024.”
The $3.10 per gallon average is:
- 18 cents more than last week
- 15 cents more than last month
- 2 cents more than last year
- The same price as Thanksgiving Day 2024
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AAA estimates that nearly 73 million Americans will travel by car to their holiday destinations. The auto club group also projects 4.65 million Floridians will hit the road, marking a 2.6% increase over the last year and sets a new record for Thanksgiving travel.
Thanksgiving is still the busiest travel holiday of the year, ranking higher that Memorial Day and Fourth of July.
Regional Prices
- Most expensive metro markets – West Palm Beach-Boca Raton ($3.26), Naples ($3.20), Ocala ($3.17)
- Least expensive metro markets – Crestview-Fort Walton Beach ($2.71), Pensacola ($2.73), Panama City ($2.75)
Ways to Save on Gasoline
- Combine errands to limit driving time.
- Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding, which reduces fuel economy.
- Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
- Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app.
- Pay with cash. Some retailers charge more per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.