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

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Cost Per Lead for Recreation and Travel in India

October 2024 - October 2025

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Detailed observation of presented data

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

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

Key takeaways

  • Data coverage: No monthly values were available for Recreation and Travel in India in the selected period, so direct country-level statistics and precise “above/below market” positioning cannot be determined.
  • Global baseline (all industries/countries) averaged 36.04 over the last 12 months, peaking at 41.58 in November 2024 and bottoming at 20.63 in September 2025.
  • Seasonality: Costs rose in Q4 (notably November–December), then stabilized through Q1–Q3 before a sharp dip in September.
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change was 4.75, with the largest single move a -16.40 drop from August to September (-44.3% m/m).

Scope and comparison frame

  • Metric: cost per lead (CPL)
  • Industry: Recreation and Travel
  • Country: India
  • Comparison: India (selected) vs a global baseline time series

Because the selected dataset for Recreation and Travel in India contains no observations for the period reviewed, all quantitative highlights below refer to the global baseline. Where relevant, we note what would constitute “above market,” “below average,” or “in line with overall trends,” but a direct comparison is not possible without country-level values.

Global baseline overview (directional benchmark)

  • Average CPL across the period: 36.04
  • High: 41.58 in November 2024
  • Low: 20.63 in September 2025
  • Range (high–low): 20.95
  • Change from first to last month: -33.7% (from 31.12 in October 2024 to 20.63 in September 2025)
  • Notable moves:
  • +33.6% from October to November 2024 (seasonal Q4 lift)
  • -4.7% from November to December 2024 (moderation within Q4)
  • A sharp -44.3% drop from August to September 2025

Seasonal patterns and stability

  • Q4 elevation: CPLs typically increased in November–December, consistent with holiday-driven auction pressure and demand.
  • Q1–Q3 steadiness: January through August 2025 averaged 37.44, showing relatively tight clustering in the mid-to-high 30s before the September dip.

Volatility snapshot

  • Average month-to-month absolute change: 4.75
  • Most months moved within a 0.3–6.0 band; September’s decline was the main outlier.

What this means for the selected scope

  • With no observed CPL values for Recreation and Travel in India in the period, we cannot assess whether India was above market, below average, or in line with overall trends. The global baseline offers a directional reference for expected seasonal lifts (Q4) and typical monthly variability.

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

India Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 26Republic Day
Mar 14Holi
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Independence Day
Oct 2Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 21Diwali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

October (Diwali), Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), July–August (Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike significantly during Diwali, especially in electronics, apparel, jewellery, and gifts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday and December could drive elevated ad competition. State-specific festivals might see regional campaign spikes. Bank closures during holidays may push online shopping to cluster in end-of-week periods.

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.