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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in Germany

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Cost Per Purchase for Recreation and Travel in Germany

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Recreation and Travel in Germany vs global

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

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: Germany’s Recreation and Travel cost-per-purchase averaged 76.03 over Oct 2024–Jul 2025, about 53% above the global baseline average of 49.59. However, the median in Germany (36.78) sits 28% below the global median (51.25), indicating outlier spikes lift the average.
  • Volatility: Extremely high in Germany. Median month-to-month absolute change was about 103% versus just 2.4% for the global baseline. The series ranges from 1.80 to 305.36 (range 303.56) vs a global range of 10.69.
  • Seasonal pattern: Notable spikes in November 2024 and February 2025; softer levels in March and late spring. The global trend is steadier with a mild lift into Q1.
  • Relative positioning: Germany is below market in 7 of 10 months, but when it rises above market (Nov, Feb, Jun) it does so by a wide margin.

Selected series highlights (Germany, Recreation and Travel)

  • Period covered: Oct 2024 to Jul 2025 (monthly medians).
  • Average: 76.03; median: 36.78.
  • High and low:
  • High: 305.36 in Nov 2024.
  • Low: 1.80 in Oct 2024.
  • Trend from first to last month: 1.80 in Oct 2024 to 22.49 in Jul 2025, a rise of about +1,149% (from a very low starting point).
  • Notable moves:
  • Oct → Nov surged from 1.80 to 305.36.
  • Nov → Dec cooled to 24.53.
  • Feb 2025 spiked again to 211.80, followed by a dip to 8.20 in Mar.
  • A mid-year uptick in Jun (62.78) before easing in Jul (22.49).
  • Volatility markers:
  • Median month-to-month absolute percentage change ≈ 103%.
  • Range-to-average ratio ≈ 4.0x, underscoring outsized swings.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 49.59; median: 51.25.
  • High and low:
  • High: 53.89 in Feb 2025.
  • Low: 43.19 in Nov 2024.
  • Trend from first to last month (Oct 2024 → Jul 2025): 46.67 to 46.21 (about −1.0%), effectively flat.
  • Volatility:
  • Median month-to-month absolute percentage change ≈ 2.4%.
  • Narrow range (10.69) and steady profile relative to Germany’s series.

Seasonality and month-to-month context

  • Q4: Germany shows a pronounced November spike (305.36), then normalizes in December (24.53). The global trend is moderate in Q4, with December slightly higher than November.
  • Q1: Both series are firmer in February, but Germany’s spike (211.80) is much stronger than the modest global peak (53.89).
  • Spring to early summer: Germany oscillates (low in Mar, recovery by Jun), while the global benchmark gently trends down through June and July.

Understanding COST_PER_PURCHASE benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Germany 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 Germany, 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.

Germany Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 9Whit Monday
Oct 3German Unity Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas shopping (late December), Back-to-school (August/September), Spring promotions (Easter period)

Potential Advertising Impact

Media consumption might rise during Easter, Ascension Day, and Pentecost, especially for travel campaigns. Late November and December bring pronounced spikes in retail advertising. German Unity Day often triggers localized campaigns. Regional holidays may create unique local competition. Sunday/holiday retail restrictions may contract ad inventory.

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.