Florida gas prices are edging lower after climbing to their highest level in nearly four years last week.

The state average jumped 20 cents per gallon, peaking at $4.50 on Thursday, May 7. That marked the highest daily average since July 2022. The increase followed sharp gains in the futures market over the previous two weeks, including a 21% rise in oil prices and a 59-cent jump in wholesale gasoline.

Prices began to ease through the weekend. The state average fell 9 cents, bringing Sunday’s price to $4.43 per gallon. That is 10 cents more than a week ago, 34 cents more than a month ago, and $1.48 more than this time last year. Visit GasPrices.AAA.com to view state and local gas price averages.

Market conditions shifted late last week on renewed optimism around U.S.-Iran negotiations. Reports that talks could lead to a gradual reopening of the Straight of Hormuz helped push prices down 6%. Those declines can directly affect pump prices, since about half of gasoline’s price is determined by oil prices.

“The fuel market remains headline-driven and extremely volatile, making it difficult to predict what drivers will pay at the pump this summer,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA - The Auto Club Group.

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

Regional Prices

• Most expensive metro markets – West Palm Beach-Boca Raton ($4.58), Naples ($4.52), Gainesville ($4.51)
• Least expensive metro markets – Pensacola ($4.12), Crestview-Fort Walton Beach ($4.15), Panama City ($4.17)

How to Conserve Gasoline

• Combine errands to limit driving time.
• Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding. This reduces fuel economy.
• Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds can lower fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
• Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app.
• 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 on each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information.
• Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.

AAA GAS PRICE AVERAGES

	Sunday	Saturday	Week Ago	Month Ago	One Year Ago
National	$4.522	$4.530	$4.446	$4.153	$3.319
Florida	$4.427	$4.457	$4.342	$4.092	$2.946
Georgia	$4.058	$4.047	$3.851	$3.734	$2.890
View current gasoline price averages