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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in Brazil

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Cost Per Lead for Recreation and Travel in Brazil

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-lead benchmarks: Recreation and Travel in Brazil vs global

Key takeaways

  • Recreation and Travel in Brazil ran above market: average cost-per-lead was 93.39, about 154% higher than the global baseline average of 36.82 over the same months.
  • Strong seasonality: a sharp Q4 spike to 219.95 in December 2024, followed by a post-holiday trough in January 2025 (34.14), then a steady climb through June 2025 (111.75).
  • Volatility was elevated: month-to-month absolute changes averaged ~50% in Brazil, versus ~12% globally over the same months.
  • Net change from the first to the last observed month was +16% in Brazil (October 2024 to June 2025), compared with +23% on the global baseline.
  • Only one month dipped below the global average (January 2025).

This analysis looks at cost-per-lead trends for industry Recreation and Travel and target country Brazil compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Selected data trends (Brazil, Recreation and Travel)

  • Average and range: The average cost-per-lead (CPL) across the observed months was 93.39, with a wide range from a low of 34.14 (January 2025) to a high of 219.95 (December 2024).
  • Highs and lows: December 2024 was the peak (219.95), followed by a pronounced dip in January 2025 (34.14). From there, CPLs climbed steadily to 111.75 by June 2025.
  • Month-to-month movement:
  • October → December 2024: +128% surge (96.35 to 219.95).
  • December 2024 → January 2025: −84% drop (219.95 to 34.14).
  • January → June 2025: +227% cumulative rise (34.14 to 111.75).
  • Overall change: From the first observed month (October 2024) to the last (June 2025), CPL increased by approximately 16%.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level vs market: Over the same months, Brazil’s average CPL (93.39) was roughly 2.5x the global baseline (36.82), positioning Brazil “above market.”
  • Baseline highs and lows (same months): The global series ranged modestly from 31.12 (October 2024) to 39.63 (December 2024). Over the full baseline period provided, the global high was 41.58 (November 2024) and the low was 20.63 (September 2025).
  • Volatility: Month-to-month absolute changes averaged about 12% globally, far below Brazil’s ~50%, indicating the selected segment was significantly more volatile than the broader market.
  • Trend: Across the overlapping window, the baseline rose by ~23% (31.12 in October 2024 to 38.35 in June 2025), a steadier upward trajectory than Brazil’s sharp Q4 spike and Q1 reset.

Seasonal patterns and timing effects

  • Q4 pressure: The December spike in Brazil (219.95) points to heightened competition and demand around holiday travel periods, a pattern consistent with broader Q4 cost inflation seen in Facebook Ads benchmarks.
  • Post-holiday normalization: The January trough (34.14) brought Brazil temporarily below the global average (35.54), before costs retraced higher through Q2.
  • Stabilization: After January, the path was a steady climb (February to June), though still at levels well above the global baseline.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Brazil 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 Brazil, 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.

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Brazil Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3–4Carnival
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Tiradentes Day
May 1Labour Day
Jun 19Corpus Christi
Sep 7Independence Day
Oct 12Our Lady of Aparecida (Children's Day)
Nov 2All Souls' Day
Nov 15Republic Proclamation Day
Nov 20Black Awareness Day
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas), Late November (Black Friday), Children's Day (Oct 12)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Carnival and Independence Day due to increased social activity. Children's Day (Oct 12) and Black Friday could see sharp spikes in competition. December (Christmas) may surge e‑commerce traffic, prompting high CPMs. Extended holiday weekends could shift ad engagement patterns.

What is considered a good cost per lead on Facebook in 2025?

A good CPL usually ranges from $10 to $50, depending on your industry and target audience. B2C offers tend to be cheaper, while B2B or high-ticket services may see CPLs over $100.

Why is my CPL higher than industry averages?

Your CPL could be high due to weak creative, irrelevant targeting, or an offer that doesn't resonate. Low engagement or poor conversion rates on your landing page can also drive up costs.

Does campaign objective impact CPL?

Yes. Campaigns optimized for conversions or leads tend to generate cheaper and more qualified leads compared to traffic or engagement objectives. Facebook needs clear signals to find the right users.

How can I generate leads at a lower cost without hurting lead quality?

Focus on improving your offer, targeting the right audience, and using high-converting creative. Test native lead forms, but make sure you're still qualifying users properly.

Should I optimize for leads or conversions if my goal is pipeline growth?

If your goal is sales or revenue, optimizing for deeper funnel conversions is better. Optimizing for leads alone can inflate volume but hurt quality.