Ann Arundel County, Maryland -- Millions of people across the country are heading out for Labor Day weekend despite above-average gas prices and the strain of summer air travel .
About 12.6 million people are expected to depart from U.S. airports Thursday through Monday, according to travel-booking app Hopper.
At Baltimore Washington International Airport Thurgood Marshall, as of 6 p.m., Flightaware has recorded one cancellation and at least three delays. Friday.
Ahead of the holidays, the US Department of Transportation has launched a new online customer service dashboard that allows you to compare the service airlines offer regarding delays and cancellations.
A green checkmark on the dashboard means that the airline is "committed to providing that service or convenience to its customers." A red 'x' means the airline has not made that promise.
"We've been pretty lucky on our trip so far. I haven't heard anything. I hope it goes well," said Luke Carano, who was planning a trip to New York City.
For others, AAA thinks lower gas prices and shorter vacation trips in Maryland could cause more people to drive.
Gasoline in the state is about 70 cents cheaper than this time last year. To get your car running, check fluids, batteries, tire treads and plan accordingly.
AAA Mid-Atlantic spokesman Morgan Dean said:
Ahead of fall travel, some airlines are continuing to deploy pilots and other staff to reduce the likelihood of flight delays and cancellations.
Starting this month, there will be fewer flights to smaller cities. These include Toledo, Ohio and Ithaca and Islip, New York. Airlines making these changes include United, Delta and American.
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