Facebook Ads Insights Tool

Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Entertainment in United Arab Emirates

See how your purchase costs compare. Explore ecommerce conversion cost benchmarks by industry, region, and campaign type

Cost Per Purchase for Entertainment in United Arab Emirates

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Cost per purchase benchmarks for Entertainment in the United Arab Emirates vs. global

This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Entertainment and target country United Arab Emirates 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

  • Overall level: Entertainment in the United Arab Emirates averaged 39.06 cost per purchase from Sep 2024–Aug 2025, 20.3% below the global baseline (49.02). Positioning: below market.
  • Volatility: Month-to-month changes averaged 18.84 locally versus 2.04 globally, indicating materially higher volatility driven by a single October spike.
  • Seasonal shape:
  • Local: a sharp spike in October (105.94), followed by normalization through Q4 and a mid-year low in June (19.47).
  • Global: a steadier Q4/Q1 lift (December through February), then a gradual easing into summer.
  • Trend movement: United Arab Emirates declined 12.9% from September (25.52) to August (22.23); global declined 2.0% over the same period.
  • Relative performance by month: Below baseline in 11 of 12 months; October was the only month above baseline (+127% vs. market).

Selected market summary (Entertainment, United Arab Emirates)

  • Average: 39.06
  • High: 105.94 in October 2024 (a clear outlier, 171% above the local annual average)
  • Low: 19.47 in June 2025
  • Range: 86.48 (high minus low)
  • Percentage change (first to last month): -12.9% (25.52 in September 2024 to 22.23 in August 2025)
  • Notable movements:
  • Spike: October 2024 surged to 105.94 from 25.52 in September (+80.43 month over month).
  • Dip: June 2025 marked the lowest point at 19.47, followed by a partial rebound in July (31.68) and a pullback in August (22.23).

Global baseline summary

  • Average: 49.02
  • High: 53.89 in February 2025
  • Low: 43.19 in November 2024
  • Range: 10.69
  • Percentage change (first to last month): -2.0% (46.60 in September 2024 to 45.69 in August 2025)
  • Seasonal pattern: Costs rose into late Q4 and peaked in February before easing gradually through summer.

Comparison to global

  • Level: United Arab Emirates ran below average overall (39.06 vs. 49.02), indicating lower cost per purchase than the global benchmark.
  • Consistency: The local series was far more volatile (average month-to-month change 18.84 vs. 2.04 globally), driven by an October outlier. Excluding October, the United Arab Emirates tracked broadly in line with the global shape but at a lower level.
  • Seasonal timing:
  • United Arab Emirates: front-loaded spike in October, then lower costs through late Q4 and a mid-year low in June.
  • Global: traditional Q4/Q1 lift with December–February highs and a smoother descent toward summer.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Entertainment and United Arab Emirates 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 Entertainment industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting United Arab Emirates, 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.

Optimize Smarter with Superads

Improve your Facebook ad performance

Instant performance insights – See which ads, audiences, and creatives drive results.

Data-driven creative decisions – Spot patterns to improve ROAS.

Effortless reporting – No spreadsheets, just clear insights.

Get Started for free →

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.

United Arab Emirates Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 30–31Eid al-Fitr
Jun 6Arafat Day
Jun 7–9Eid al-Adha
Jul 7Islamic New Year
Sep 15Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Dec 1Commemoration Day
Dec 2–3UAE National Day

Key Shopping Season

Ramadan + Eid (Mar–Apr), End of November–December (UAE National Day, Christmas, New Year), Dubai Shopping Festival (mid-Dec through Jan)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs may rise sharply during Ramadan and Eid, especially in e‑commerce, gifting, F&B, and beauty sectors. UAE National Day campaigns could lead to high local bidding activity in travel, banking, and luxury retail. Dubai Shopping Festival drives elevated CPMs from mid-December to mid-January. Islamic holidays shift each year, affecting year-over-year comparisons.

What's a healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.