Early Trends in the College Football Playoff Ticket Market: What Fans Need to Know

The College Football Playoff (CFP) is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, and 2024 marks an exciting expansion to a multi-week format with 12 teams vying for the championship. This expansion has added a new dynamic to ticket pricing, with fans from across the nation eager to secure their spot at these historic games. At Ticket Club, we’ve analyzed early pricing trends and transaction data to help fans understand the market and find the best deals to tickets for the College Football Playoffs in 2024 and early 2025.

Ticket Prices Across the Board

Here’s a breakdown of the current prices for CFP games on Ticket Club. These prices are based on member rates and include the minimum “get-in” price, the median ticket price, and the highest asking price. These prices reflect the cost for a member at Ticket Club, which is typically 10-20% below the minimum prices available at competing resale marketplaces.

Each game will be played at the home stadium of the higher seed, which means Notre Dame will host in-state neighbor Indiana in South Bend – marking by far the highest pricing we’ve seen thus far in the day since the games were finalized.

First Round

  • Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Indiana Hoosiers
    • Get In: $1,146 | Median: $2,289 | High: $6,323
  • Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Southern Methodist Mustangs (SMU)
    • Get In: $186 | Median: $301 | High: $1,610
  • Texas Longhorns vs. Clemson Tigers
    • Get In: $336 | Median: $773 | High: $5,150
  • Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Tennessee Volunteers
    • Get In: $356 | Median: $633 | High: $10,860

Quarterfinals

  • Fiesta Bowl (Boise State Broncos vs. )
    • Get In: $197 | Median: $472 | High: $3,991
  • Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (Arizona State Sun Devils vs. TBD)
    • Get In: $120 | Median: $217 | High: $28,768
  • Rose Bowl (Oregon Ducks vs. TBD)
    • Get In: $321.44 | Median: $561.12 | High: $33,882
  • Sugar Bowl (Georgia Bulldogs vs. TBD)
    • Get In: $212 | Median: $411 | High: $2,678

Semifinals and Championship

  • Orange Bowl
    • Get In: $297 | Median: $712 | High: $4,038
  • Cotton Bowl
    • Get In: $278 | Median: $686 | High: $41,097
  • National Championship
    • Get In: $1,039 | Median: $3,433 | High: $14,214

Average Sale Prices

Early sales data offers additional insights into the market:

  • Tickets for the National Championship are averaging $1,656, reflecting high demand for the finale in Atlanta, GA.
  • Among first-round games, the most expensive average sale price is for Notre Dame vs. Indiana at $661.57, while the most affordable is Penn State vs. SMU at $322.89.
  • Quarterfinal and semifinal averages show strong interest in iconic venues like the Rose Bowl ($303.68) and the Orange Bowl ($315.50).

Factors Driving Prices

Several factors are influencing these early trends:

  1. Matchup Quality: Traditional powerhouses like Ohio State and Georgia are driving up prices, while less storied programs are offering more affordable options.
  2. Venue Location: Historic stadiums such as the Rose Bowl and Mercedes-Benz Stadium naturally draw higher premiums.
  3. Event Prestige: Semifinal and championship games command higher prices due to their significance.

College Football Playoffs Ticket Prices

Event Name Date Location “Get-In” Price Median Asking Price Average Sold Price
CFP: First Round – (7) Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. (10) Indiana Hoosiers 12/20/2024 Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IN $1,146 $2,289 $661.57
CFP: First Round – (6) Penn State Nittany Lions vs. (11) Southern Methodist Mustangs 12/21/2024 Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA $186 $301 $322.89
CFP: First Round – (5) Texas Longhorns vs. (12) Clemson Tigers 12/21/2024 Darrell K. Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX $336 $773 $524.38
CFP: First Round – (8) Ohio State Buckeyes vs. (9) Tennessee Volunteers 12/21/2024 Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH $356 $633 $395.21
Fiesta Bowl – CFP Quarterfinal: (3) Boise State Broncos vs. PSU/SMU winner 12/31/2024 State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ $197 $472 $391.36
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl – CFP Quarterfinal: (4) Arizona State Sun Devils vs. TEX/CLEM winner 1/1/2025 Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA $120 $217 $211.04
Rose Bowl – CFP Quarterfinal: (1) Oregon Ducks vs. OSU/TENN winner 1/1/2025 Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA $321.44 $561.12 $303.68
Sugar Bowl – CFP Quarterfinal: (2) Georgia Bulldogs vs. ND/IND winner 1/1/2025 Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA $212 $411 $344.62
Orange Bowl – CFP Semifinal: Rose Bowl v Peach Bowl winner 1/9/2025 Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL $297 $712 $315.50
Cotton Bowl – CFP Semifinal: Fiesta Bowl v Sugar Bowl winner 1/10/2025 AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX $278 $686 $392.00
College Football Playoff National Championship 1/20/2025 Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA $1,039 $3,433 $1,656.00

Why Shop with Ticket Club?

For fans looking to attend these highly coveted games, Ticket Club offers unparalleled value. Our member pricing ensures wholesale-level savings, with no added fees for members. Even factoring in our $49.95 annual membership fee, most members recoup their investment in their first or second purchase—especially for high-profile events like the CFP.

Non-members can also purchase tickets but will pay a service fee unless they opt to join during checkout. With prices as competitive as ours, securing membership often proves to be the smarter, more cost-effective choice.

How to Secure the Best Deals

  • Act Early: Prices for marquee matchups and later-stage games are likely to rise as the playoffs progress.
  • Shop Smart: Compare the get-in, median, and high prices to find tickets that fit your budget.
  • Consider Membership: For regular event-goers, the savings from membership quickly add up.

The expanded College Football Playoff format has added new excitement to this year’s postseason, and early ticket sales suggest fans are eager to witness history in the making. Whether you’re heading to the first round or the national championship, Ticket Club has you covered with transparent, fee-free pricing for members.

Secure your tickets today and be part of the action!

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