Thinking about taking an international vacation this summer? If so, be prepared to pay more. Airfare is climbing as demand for summer travel surges, particularly for overseas destinations. Based on an analysis of flight searches by Points Path users, international fares are up 12%, making summer 2026 one of the more expensive travel seasons in recent years.
Part of the demand is being driven by major international events, including the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off in June across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Popular European destinations such as London, Paris, Rome, Dublin and Athens are also expected to draw large crowds during the peak summer travel season.
