United States
As kick-off approaches, Expedia data highlights where demand is building, where prices are changing, and where travelers can still find flexibility and value.
Kansas City remains the top trending city, kicking up lodging searches by 205%.
With less than 30 days to kick‑off, Expedia’s latest Fan Travel Outlook shows that travel interest is building unevenly across host cities, reflecting a summer travel season where fans are finalizing plans closer to match time and weighing value more carefully.
With international soccer matches set to draw millions of travelers across North America this summer, Expedia data reveals the trending host cities, along with the average ticket prices for flights for U.S. fans.
Expedia Fan Travel Outlook: U.S. Fan Travel Searches* and Average Flight Prices**:
- Monterrey (+60%) and Mexico City (+30%) are the North American host cities seeing the greatest flight search increases. Monterrey is also seeing the largest search increases for lodging, +205% YoY.
- Kansas City remains the top trending U.S. host city, with the biggest year-on-year increases for both flight and lodging searches, tracking +205% for lodging and +30% for flights.
- The most affordable host cities to fly to are Atlanta and Houston, with average ticket prices under $450. San Francisco ($590) and Vancouver ($560) are the most expensive.
- The three Mexican host cities have seen the biggest increase in ATP, all over 25%. For the U.S., it is Los Angeles and Miami that have seen the biggest increases in ATP.
Expedia’s Fan Travel Outlook: Host City Travel Searches by Americans:
| Host City | YoY Flight Search Increase | YoY Lodging Search Increase |
| Monterrey | 60% | 205% |
| Mexico City | 30% | 45% |
| Kansas City | 30% | 205% |
| Miami | 25% | 20% |
| Boston | 20% | 30% |
| Atlanta | 20% | 20% |
| Houston | 20% | 20% |
| San Francisco | 20% | 40% |
| Guadalajara | 20% | 85% |
| Los Angeles | 15% | 40% |
| Dallas | 15% | 50% |
| Seattle | 15% | 40% |
| Philadelphia | 15% | 80% |
| New Jersey (Newark) | 15% | 35% |
| Vancouver | 10% | 20% |
| Toronto | 5% | 20% |
Expedia Fan Travel Outlook: Average Flight Prices (ATP) for Americans:
| Host City | ATP | Host City | ATP |
| Atlanta | $410 | Boston | $505 |
| Houston | $450 | Seattle | $510 |
| Guadalajara | $460 | Kansas City | $520 |
| New Jersey (Newark) | $460 | Mexico City | $520 |
| Philadelphia | $470 | Toronto | $530 |
| Dallas | $475 | Los Angeles | $540 |
| Miami | $480 | Vancouver | $560 |
| Monterrey | $485 | San Francisco | $590 |
Expedia’s Top Three Travel Tips for Fans
- Consider multi-city flight tickets, as sometimes flying into one city and returning out of another can prove cheaper than buying separate one-ways. Check out the multi-city flights booking function on Expedia.
- Fly into an alternative airport that is a couple of hours away to save money, and travel to the game from there. For example, fly into Burbank or San Diego instead of Los Angeles.
- Bundle1 and Save more on packages: Flights, hotels, car hire and activities – all in one place. Book them together on Expedia to save hundreds on average.
It’s not too late to book your stay during the soccer matches, with vacation rentals and hotels available.
Hotels:
- Los Angeles: Stay at Hotel June West L.A., only a 20-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $302 per night.
- Philadelphia: Stay at Loews Philadelphia Hotel, only a 20-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $205 per night.
- Toronto: Stay at The Sutton Place Hotel Toronto, only a 15-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $251 per night.
Vacation Rentals:
- Kansas City: 2-bedroom house, only a 20-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $377 per night (two-night stay minimum and can sleep up to 4 people)
- Houston: 1-bedroom house, only a 20-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $240 per night (two-night stay minimum and can sleep up to two people)
- Seattle: 1-bedroom house, only a 10-minute drive from the stadium, starting at $220 per night (two-night stay minimum and can sleep up to two people)
FAQ
Q: Which soccer host city is seeing the biggest surge in travel interest right now?
A: Kansas City remains the top trending U.S. host city, with lodging searches up 205% year over year and flight searches rising 30%, according to Expedia data.
Q: Where are flight prices rising the fastest as kick-off approaches?
A: Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey have seen the biggest increase in average ticket prices, all over 25%. For the U.S., Los Angeles and Miami have seen the biggest increases in average ticket prices.
Q: What are the most affordable soccer host cities to fly to right now?
A: Atlanta and Houston are currently the most affordable host cities, with average flight prices under $450, making them attractive options for value‑driven travelers.
Q: What strategies can fans use to manage rising prices for major soccer events?
A: Expedia recommends booking multi‑city flights, flying into alternative nearby airports, and bundling flights, hotels, and transportation to maximize savings as demand increases.
Q: Are there lodging alternatives outside traditional hotels near stadiums?
A: Yes. Expedia data shows that vacation rentals outside city centers, such as homes within a 10‑ to 20‑minute drive of stadiums, often offer better availability and value as prices rise near match venues.
DISCLAIMERS:
* Based on flight searches made on Expedia U.S. POSa from December 5, 2025 – April 26, 2026, for flights from 11 June – 19 July 2026, compared to the same time frames the year prior
** Based on average ticket prices on Expedia U.S. POSa for searches made between December 5, 2025 – April 26, 2026, for flights from 11 June – 19 July 2026, compared to the same time frames the year prior
1 Savings vary and are not available on all packages. Savings are compared to the price of the same components booked separately.
