The Super Bowl is the one day of the year when die-hard fans, casual viewers, and even people who don’t care about football at all still tune in for the spectacle. 

For some though, being in the stadium on Super Bowl Sunday is a bucket-list moment. But how much does that dream actually cost?

Super Bowl ticket prices have always been a major talking point, and they’re anything but predictable. Some years, demand skyrockets to historic highs, while in others, fans can find last-minute deals that seem almost reasonable (at least by Super Bowl standards). The cost isn’t just about where the seats are — it’s about which teams are playing, where the game is being held, and even external factors like economic conditions or travel restrictions.

If you’ve ever wondered why Super Bowl tickets cost what they do, you’re not alone. Whether you’re dreaming of going yourself, curious about market trends, or just want to know how much people are willing to spend for a seat at the biggest game of the year, we’re breaking it all down. 

Super Bowl 2025 Ticket Prices: What to Expect

If you’re thinking about heading to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX, you’ve probably been keeping an eye on ticket prices. And if you have, you’ve likely noticed they’ve been on a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Prices were significantly higher just a few days ago, but a dip in resale values has made them slightly more accessible — if you’re still willing to pay a hefty price.

So, what’s the damage right now? Here’s where things stand:

• Vivid Seats: The cheapest tickets are sitting at $3,350, which is actually down from $4,516 just a few days ago. If you want to get closer to the action, 100-level premium seats are currently $5,091, down from $6,774.

• Ticketmaster: Prices here range anywhere from $3,900 to $20,000, and that’s before you even factor in the added service fees.

• SeatGeek: The bargain hunters among us can find tickets as low as $3,600, but if you’re looking for a premium club-level seat, expect to shell out as much as $23,500.

The Players Are Feeling It Too

For the everyday fan, landing a ticket comes down to timing and strategy. Super Bowl prices fluctuate based on market demand, and if you track them closely, you might be able to snag a deal at just the right moment.

That's not necessarily the case for players, who have a few set aside for them but have to purchase any additional tickets beyond that.

Chiefs safety Justin Reid reportedly dropped around $100,000 on tickets alone for his family and friends. 

The ticket prices are running up, man. I got 30 of them, so we’re excited to go play, we’re chasing glory, but we got to win just for me to break even.

Why Are Ticket Prices Fluctuating?

Super Bowl ticket prices don’t operate in a vacuum — there's a handful of key factors that decide whether they skyrocket or, on the rare occasion, dip.

One big reason? Team familiarity. The Chiefs are making their fifth Super Bowl appearance in six years, which is certainly contributing to some fan fatigue. When the same team reaches the big game over and over, resale demand tends to slow down, keeping prices in check.

Another factor is venue size. The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans can hold 83,000 fans, which is a pretty big jump from Allegiant Stadium’s 65,000-seat capacity in Las Vegas last year. More seats mean less scarcity, which helps prevent ticket prices from spiraling out of control.

And then there’s the halftime show effect. This year’s headliners, Kendrick Lamar and SZA, are big names, but they haven’t generated quite the same buzz as some past Super Bowl performers. There's even a real argument to be made that Beyoncé’s Christmas halftime show on Netflix got more hype leading up to it than this year’s halftime show is getting.

The Relentless Rise

Super Bowl LV in Tampa set a new bar for just how expensive a ticket to the big game could get. With COVID-19 restrictions limiting stadium capacity to just 25,000 fans, demand far outweighed supply. The result? The average ticket price skyrocketed to $11,840, making it the most expensive Super Bowl in history. 

Some fans were willing to pay tens of thousands just for the chance to be in the building, proving that no matter the circumstances, the Super Bowl remains one of the hottest (and priciest) tickets in sports.

And, as with seemingly everything else, prices haven’t exactly come back down. Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas wasn’t far behind, with an average ticket price of $9,815 — a perfect storm of the city’s first time hosting, a high-profile rematch between the Chiefs and 49ers, and a market built around big spenders. The trend is clear: every few years, a new Super Bowl sets another pricing record, inching closer and closer to five-figure averages becoming the norm.

Even when prices dip slightly, they never truly fall. Super Bowl LVII in Arizona averaged $8,867, which felt like a bargain after Vegas, but was still among the highest-priced in history. Meanwhile, Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles, featuring the hometown Rams, saw prices climb back up to $10,322 — driven in part by the game being played in one of the country’s wealthiest markets.

It wasn’t always like this. Just four years before Tampa’s record-setting prices, Super Bowl LIV in Miami (2020) had an average ticket price of $6,370 — the most expensive at the time, but nowhere near what it's at now. Those days are long gone.

At this point, if you want to go to the Super Bowl, you’re paying a premium no matter what. The teams playing, the host city, and external factors might shift things slightly, but the trend is always up. The biggest question isn’t if ticket prices will hit another all-time high — it’s just a matter of when.

Beyond the Ticket: The Hidden Costs of Game Day

Tickets are just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to the cost of actually attending the Super Bowl —unless you happen to live in the host city. Flights, hotels, and even food and drinks inside the stadium can add up fast. Many fans opt for package deals that include accommodations and exclusive perks, which can make the experience smoother, but also significantly more expensive.

Merely getting to the Super Bowl can cost a fortune on its own. Flights to the host city see massive price hikes, with some routes doubling or even tripling in price as game day gets closer. Airlines add extra flights to accommodate the rush, but that doesn’t stop prices from surging due to demand. Hotels follow the same pattern — standard rooms that might usually go for $200 a night can skyrocket to over $1,000, especially near the stadium. Even Airbnb listings see significant jumps as locals cash in on the influx of visitors. If you're planning on attending, locking in travel and accommodations early is the only way to avoid getting completely gouged.

How the Secondary Market Shapes Super Bowl Ticket Prices

The secondary market is a major force behind Super Bowl ticket prices. Unlike the NFL’s official sales, resale platforms like StubHub, Vivid Seats, and SeatGeek let fans — and brokers — set their own prices. That means prices swing based on demand, hype, and how desperate people are to buy (or sell) as game day approaches.

Ticket brokers play a big role in this. They scoop up large batches of tickets early, driving up scarcity and setting high prices. Their strategy? Hold out as long as possible for buyers willing to pay a premium. But if tickets don’t move fast enough, prices start dropping, sometimes dramatically, as kickoff inches closer.

For regular fans, the best deals often pop up in the final 48 hours before the game. Sellers looking to unload their tickets before they become worthless start slashing prices. It’s a gamble — wait too long and you risk missing out, but jump too early and you might overpay. Timing the secondary market is tricky, but for patient buyers, it can pay off big.

More Than a Game, More Than a Ticket

Super Bowl tickets will always be a hot commodity, and 2025 is no exception. Prices may be lower than last year, but for most fans, they’re still a major splurge. 

Getting a Super Bowl ticket is about more than watching a football game — it’s about soaking in the atmosphere, the energy, the once-in-a-lifetime feeling of being part of something bigger. There’s a palpable energy in the air, the halftime show feels larger than life, and for those lucky enough to be in the stands, it’s a story they’ll tell for years. 

Whether you overpay for a ticket in the excitement or score a last-minute deal, one thing is certain — being there is an experience like no other. But if you’re planning to go, just remember: Super Bowl dreams come with Super Bowl price tags.