The 10 Cheapest US Cities to Visit for a Last-Minute Labor Day Trip

Labor Day weekend feels like the last hurrah of summer, as pools close and school begins. If you're thinking about a getaway, domestic flights within the US are much cheaper than usual during the holiday, while international fares remain at summer-peak highs. According to new research from Dollar Flight Club, domestic airfare has dropped to its lowest point in five years.

So it's the perfect time to explore a state you haven’t visited yet, and these are the most affordable places to go.

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