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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in Norway

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Cost Per App Install for Recreation and Travel in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Recreation and Travel and target country Norway compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No monthly observations are available for the selected segment (Recreation and Travel in Norway), so a direct comparison to the global baseline is not possible for this period.
  • Globally, cost per app install averaged 11.85 across the period, with a low of 1.98 (Sep 2024) and a high of 26.21 (Jun 2025). From the first to the last month, costs rose by about +1,061%.
  • Volatility in the global series was high, with an average absolute month‑to‑month change of roughly 74%.
  • Seasonal patterns in the global data include an uptick into November (Q4) and pronounced spikes in late Q2 (June) and late Q3 (September).

What we analyzed

We examined Facebook Ads benchmarks for cost per app install for Recreation and Travel in Norway versus a global baseline. While the selected segment has no recorded monthly medians in the timeframe provided, the global time series offers directional context for market-level advertising costs.

Selected segment overview: Recreation and Travel in Norway

  • Data availability: No monthly medians were recorded for the selected segment. As a result, averages, highs/lows, percentage change, and intra‑month volatility cannot be computed for Norway’s Recreation and Travel in this period.
  • Relative positioning: Not available; we cannot classify the segment as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.

Global baseline trends for cost per app install

  • Overall level: The global median averaged 11.85.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Low: 1.98 in Sep 2024.
  • High: 26.21 in Jun 2025.
  • Trend over time: From Sep 2024 (1.98) to Sep 2025 (22.99), the global series increased by approximately +1,061%.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month‑to‑month change was about 74%, indicating substantial fluctuations.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Sharp run‑up into Nov 2024 (14.28) followed by a pullback in Dec (8.52).
  • Recurrent surges in Feb 2025 (11.36), Apr (11.51), and especially Jun (26.21).
  • Another strong rise late in the period: Aug 2025 (15.00) to Sep 2025 (22.99).
  • Seasonal patterns:
  • Q4: Costs rose into November, consistent with holiday‑period pressure, before moderating in December.
  • Late Q2 and late Q3: Marked increases in June and September.

Comparison: Norway Recreation and Travel vs global baseline

  • Data coverage for Norway’s Recreation and Travel is absent in this timeframe, so no direct statistical comparison (averages, highs/lows, volatility, or relative positioning) can be made.
  • The only available reference is the global baseline, which shows elevated volatility, mid‑teens typical levels for many months, and spikes in June and September.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Norway helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Recreation and Travel industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Norway, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 17Constitution Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

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