TAMPA — Florida gas prices rose 20 cents per gallon last week, as millions of Americans prepare to travel for Thanksgiving.

AAA released its annual Thanksgiving Travel Forecast last week. Of the record-setting 81.8 million Americans forecast to travel 50 miles or more, 90% (73 million) will drive. In Florida, more than 4.25 million residents are expected to venture out. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons are forecast to be the busiest times on the road.

“Florida gas prices jumped 20 cents last week, following a familiar trend of rising after a series of declines,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “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.”

On Sunday, Nov. 23, Florida gas prices averaged $3.10 per gallon, which 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
AAA expects to be very busy helping stranded motorists during the holiday period. Last Thanksgiving, AAA received more than 600,000 calls from drivers with dead batteries, flat tires, and lockouts. “Our roadside technicians will spend their holiday helping others, and we ask drivers to give them the space they need to work safely,” Jenkins continued. “When you see flashing lights—whether from an emergency vehicle, tow truck, or disabled car—please slow down and move over, so our team can return home safely to their families.”

Visit GasPrices.AAA.com to view state and local average gas prices

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

1. Combine errands to limit driving time.
2. Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding, which reduces fuel economy.
3. Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
4. Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app. 
5. Pay with cash. Some retailers charge more per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.

AAA Resources for Drivers

• Find the lowest gas prices in your area by using the free AAA mobile app.
• Determine fuel costs for your trip by using the AAA's Gas Cost Calculator.
• Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell's Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information. Members can also save money when buying gasoline, diesel, and propane at Love's Travel Stops in select states. Click here to learn more.
• Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.

Find Florida Gas Prices

• Daily gas price averages can be found at Gasprices.aaa.com 
• State and metro averages can be found here

AAA Gas Price Averages

(Price per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline)

	Sunday	Saturday	Week Ago	Month Ago	One Year Ago
National	$3.072	$3.079	$3.072	$3.071	$3.058
Florida	$3.102	$3.108	$2.923	$2.954	$3.084
Georgia	$2.875	$2.879	$2.818	$2.788	$2.931
Click here to view current gasoline price averages