International Arrivals Dip While U.S. Outbound Travel Holds Steady in August
November 9, 2026
International travel to and from the United States showed mixed results in August 2026, according to new data released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO). While international arrivals declined slightly, outbound travel by U.S. citizens remained steady.
International visitor arrivals totaled 6.75 million in August, a 1.4% decrease compared to August 2025. However, visitation from the United States’ two largest source markets showed growth. Arrivals from Mexico increased 9.9% to 1.96 million, while Canadian visitation rose 8.8% to 1.72 million.
Outbound travel by U.S. citizens surpassed 10 million departures in August, increasing slightly from the previous year. Mexico remained the leading destination, attracting 3.25 million U.S. travelers and accounting for 32.3% of all international departures.