According to the Federal Highway Administration, Americans drove 2.5 percent more miles in May 2026 than in the same month in 2019. This increase reflects a growing trend in road travel as the country continues to recover from the pandemic.
In addition to driving, air travel also saw a notable rise, with a 5.6 percent increase in the number of flights taken compared to May 2019. This suggests that more Americans are returning to air travel as restrictions ease.
These statistics highlight a significant rebound in both driving and flying, indicating a shift back to pre-pandemic travel behaviors.