Attending a Grand Prix, how much does it cost?
Formula 1 is not really a sport like any other. Each Grand Prix is unique. To attend a race, it is necessary to plan ahead and sometimes, budget for it. Some destinations are more affordable than others, so let's take a look at the price to pay to attend a Grand Prix.

Since the acquisition of Formula 1 by Liberty Media in 2016, Formula 1 has become a global sport, attracting more and more fans and investors. Alongside this, an increasing number of countries are competing to host their own Grand Prix, a symbol of international prestige. However, all of this has contributed to the rising ticket prices to attend a Grand Prix in recent years. Like any sport that democratizes and expands globally, prices inflate. The introduction of the United States into Formula 1 has not helped improve this situation.
Sometimes exorbitant prices
Las Vegas and Miami are two expensive destinations. The lowest prices in Las Vegas start at $500, but if you want to enjoy a grandstand seat, you’ll have to dig deep into your pockets: no seats for less than $1500 for three days. Miami is the same. You will have to spend at least $600 to get a seated spot for the weekend. In Europe, only Monaco rivals the prices in the United States. In the principality, attending the Grand Prix from Friday to Sunday could cost you over a thousand euros.
But good deals
Fortunately, not all destinations are that expensive. The majority of Grand Prix races are still affordable, especially in Europe. For example, Hungary turns out to be a pretty good deal, with three-day general admission tickets priced below €100. These tickets don’t guarantee you a seat in the grandstands, but they allow you to position yourself anywhere around the circuit, making them a good compromise, especially considering their relatively low price. For Monza as well, the temple of speed, general admission prices hover around a hundred euros for three days. And this price remains more or less the same for other general admission tickets for races in Europe.
But if you want to sit in the stands, you will have to spend a little more. If you want to go support Ferrari in their lair at Monza and see the race cars take on the world-famous Parabolica, the last curve of the circuit, you will have to spend 350 € for three days. Still a reasonable price compared to some countries. In Europe, for three days in the stands, you will always have to budget between 300 and 600 € minimum. But with general admission or some savings, you may have the chance to attend a Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Planning your logistics in advance
The cost of a Grand Prix does not only include the price of a ticket, but also the cost of logistics, such as transportation and accommodation.
It is obvious, the further you travel from home, the more expensive transportation will be. If you decide to attend a Grand Prix in Europe, near your home, the cost will be much lower than if you travel all the way to Australia. Accommodation must also be strategic. Don’t hesitate to look in cities near the circuit to try to find the cheapest accommodation. During the Monaco Grand Prix, the price of hotels and Airbnb is extremely high, so it is better to look for neighboring cities, it will cost you less.
But you have to plan ahead. Both for transportation and accommodation, it is essential to take care of it as soon as possible in order to take advantage of the best rates.
You will have understood, attending a Grand Prix is not quite the same as attending a football match. Prices are higher and logistics require good organization. Moreover, a Grand Prix only happens once a year. It’s a unique and privileged moment, and sometimes, one must not be afraid to dig a little into their piggy bank.