Fans planning to follow England or Scotland at the 2026 World Cup face significant expenses for travel and accommodation. FIFA has set ticket prices for group stage matches starting at $70 for international fans, while category one seats reach $315, according to Reuters. Prices increase for knockout rounds, with final tickets costing up to $1,100.
Flight costs from the United Kingdom to host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico are expected to rise as the tournament approaches. Travel experts suggest that supporters may pay over £1,000 for return flights to major hubs like New York or Los Angeles. Per Sky Sports, accommodation rates in host cities have already surged, with some hotels charging three times their standard nightly rate.
Inter-city travel also presents a financial challenge due to the vast distances between venues. Fans might rely on domestic flights or long-distance trains, which vary in price across the three host nations. FIFA expects to sell 10 million tickets for the expanded 48-team tournament, per official estimates.
