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

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Cost Per Purchase for Recreation and Travel in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for the Recreation and Travel industry in the Netherlands 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

  • On average, Netherlands Recreation and Travel cost-per-purchase was 113.67 across Oct 2024–Jul 2025, about 129% above the global baseline (49.59) over the same months.
  • The series is highly volatile, driven by sharp spikes in November 2024 and January 2025; average month-to-month movement was 179.45 versus 2.43 for the baseline.
  • Seasonal effects are visible: a sharp lift around late Q4 and early Q1, followed by normalization into spring and early summer. The global baseline shows a gentler rise from December through March.
  • First-to-last change rose from 1.80 (Oct 2024) to 22.49 (Jul 2025), a +1,149% increase, though intermediate peaks were far higher.

Selected trend: Recreation and Travel in the Netherlands

  • Average: 113.67 across 10 months.
  • High/low: Peak in January 2025 at 439.80; trough in October 2024 at 1.80. Range = 438.00.
  • Notable spikes and dips:
  • Surge to 305.36 in November 2024, easing to 24.53 in December.
  • New high at 439.80 in January 2025, cooling to 80.26 in February and 155.67 in March.
  • Stabilization from April to July: 24.17 → 34.82 → 47.81 → 22.49.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 179.45, indicating sharp swings rather than a steady trend.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Baseline average (Oct 2024–Jul 2025): 49.59, with a high of 53.89 in February 2025 and a low of 43.19 in November 2024.
  • Baseline volatility is modest: average absolute month-to-month change of 2.43.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market: November 2024 (305.36 vs 43.19), January 2025 (439.80 vs 52.31), February (80.26 vs 53.89), March (155.67 vs 52.61).
  • In line: June 2025 (47.81 vs 46.96).
  • Below average: October 2024 (1.80 vs 46.67), December (24.53 vs 51.53), April (24.17 vs 51.57), May (34.82 vs 50.97), July (22.49 vs 46.21).
  • Overall, the Netherlands series sits above market on average due to a few outsized months, but half the observed months were below or in line with global benchmarks.

Seasonality and pattern insights

  • Netherlands Recreation and Travel shows strong end-of-year/early-year surges (November and January), consistent with holiday and post-holiday demand cycles often seen in Facebook Ads benchmarks.
  • From April onward, costs normalized closer to or below the global average, indicating a calmer late spring and early summer compared to the Q4–Q1 period.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Netherlands 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 Netherlands, 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.

Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.