College Football Playoffs
College Football Playoff Tickets – 2025–26 Quarterfinals, Semifinals & National Championship
College football’s expanded playoff format is here, delivering more high-stakes postseason matchups than ever before. Ticket Club members can secure tickets to every quarterfinal, semifinal, and the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship with no service fees — meaning real savings of 10–20% compared to other resale marketplaces.
Below is your complete guide to CFP ticket prices, matchups, venues, and direct links to secure seats for every round.
Why Buy CFP Tickets on Ticket Club?
- No service fees for members — the price you see is the price you pay.
- Wholesale pricing makes many seats cheaper than face value.
- Massive savings of 10–20% vs. other resale platforms.
- The biggest games of the season — Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the National Championship.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
Four CFP quarterfinal matchups are hosted by traditional New Year’s Six bowls. These games feature elite programs and some of the most in-demand tickets of the postseason.
| Bowl (Quarterfinal) | Date & Venue | Average Ticket Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Bowl: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. TBD | Dec 31, 2025 – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | $997 | Cotton Bowl Tickets |
| Rose Bowl: Indiana Hoosiers vs. TBD | Jan 1, 2026 – Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | $748 | Rose Bowl Tickets |
| Orange Bowl: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. TBD | Jan 1, 2026 – Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL | $573 | Orange Bowl Tickets |
| Sugar Bowl: Georgia Bulldogs vs. TBD | Jan 1, 2026 – Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | $518 | Sugar Bowl Tickets |
College Football Playoff First Round (On-Campus Games)
Though played before the quarterfinals, these CFP opening-round games are part of the official playoff structure and often generate some of the biggest ticket demand due to their on-campus environments.
| Matchup | Location | Average Ticket Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Sooners vs. Alabama Crimson Tide | Dec 19, 2025 – Memorial Stadium, Norman, OK | $762 | Oklahoma vs. Alabama Tickets |
| Texas A&M Aggies vs. Miami Hurricanes | Dec 20, 2025 – Kyle Field, College Station, TX | $1,521 | Texas A&M vs. Miami Tickets |
| Oregon Ducks vs. James Madison Dukes | Dec 20, 2025 – Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | $382 | Oregon vs. JMU Tickets |
| Mississippi Rebels vs. Tulane Green Wave | Dec 20, 2025 – Vaught Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, MS | $571 | Ole Miss vs. Tulane Tickets |
College Football Playoff Semifinals
The winners of the quarterfinal round advance to two neutral-site semifinal games — the Fiesta Bowl and the Peach Bowl. These are among the most anticipated matchups of the entire postseason.
| Semifinal | Date & Venue | Average Ticket Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Bowl – CFP Semifinal | Jan 8, 2026 – State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ | $656 | Fiesta Bowl Tickets |
| Peach Bowl – CFP Semifinal | Jan 9, 2026 – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | $773 | Peach Bowl Tickets |
College Football Playoff National Championship
The biggest event in college football returns to Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026. Demand is already reaching historic highs, making this one of the toughest tickets of the year.
| Game | Venue | Average Ticket Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Football Playoff National Championship | Hard Rock Stadium – Miami Gardens, FL | $6,378 | National Championship Tickets |
How CFP Ticket Prices Compare
- National Championship: by far the most expensive, averaging over $6,300.
- Semifinals: mid-hundreds to low-thousands depending on matchup.
- Quarterfinals: range from $500–$1,000, with the Cotton Bowl highest.
- First-Round Games: vary widely based on venue and fan travel demand.
How to Get Cheaper CFP Tickets
- Join Ticket Club to eliminate service fees.
- Shop early — prices usually rise after official matchups are set.
- Compare rounds — semifinals and quarterfinals often offer far better value than the championship.
- Monitor price drops — playoff ticket markets shift quickly.
College Football Playoff FAQ
Which CFP round is the most expensive?
The National Championship always commands the highest ticket prices.
Are semifinal tickets more expensive than quarterfinals?
Generally yes, though elite quarterfinals like the Cotton Bowl can exceed semifinal averages.
Do Ticket Club members pay no fees?
Correct — members pay zero service fees, resulting in real bottom-line savings.
Ready for postseason football? Shop every CFP quarterfinal, semifinal, and the 2026 National Championship now on Ticket Club.