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

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Cost Per Purchase for Recreation and Travel in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • For Recreation and Travel in Singapore, cost-per-purchase (CPP) shows extreme dispersion: a typical median around $34.90, but a June 2025 spike to $1,972 pushes the period average to $365.52—about 7.6x the global average.
  • Excluding that June outlier for context, the average would be ~$44.22, modestly below the global baseline ($47.73), suggesting most months are below market.
  • Compared with global trends, Singapore’s CPP is far more volatile (avg month-to-month absolute change ~$814 vs. ~$3 globally). The series ends 43% lower than it began (Oct 2024 to Jul 2025), whereas the global trend is nearly flat over the same window (-1%).
  • Seasonality: the global baseline climbs into late Q4/early Q1 (peaking in February), then eases. Singapore’s selected series does not show a smooth Q4 build; instead, it dips in November, surges in January, normalizes in April/July, with a one-off June spike.

This analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks. It examines Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase trends for industry Recreation and Travel in Singapore compared to the global trend.

What the analysis covers

  • Metric: cost-per-purchase (CPP)
  • Industry: Recreation and Travel
  • Country: Singapore
  • Comparison: Singapore vs. global baseline

Singapore CPP overview (selected data)

  • Average and median: Average $365.52; median $34.90 (six observed months).
  • Highs and lows: High $1,972.04 (Jun 2025); low $22.67 (Nov 2024).
  • Range: $22.67–$1,972.04.
  • Change over time: From $41.68 (Oct 2024) to $23.70 (Jul 2025), a -43% move.
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change ≈ $814.
  • Notable movements:
  • Oct → Nov: -45.6% (to $22.67)
  • Nov → Jan: +~363% (to $104.92)
  • Jan → Apr: -~73% (to $28.12)
  • Apr → Jun: +~6,900% (to $1,972.04)
  • Jun → Jul: -~98.8% (to $23.70)

Interpretation: Across five of six months, CPP sat between $22.67 and $104.92. The June 2025 spike is the defining outlier; without it, the average (~$44.22) aligns below global.

Global baseline comparison

  • Average: $47.73 across Sep 2024–Sep 2025.
  • Highs and lows: High $53.89 (Feb 2025); low $32.29 (Sep 2025).
  • Change over time:
  • Full span (Sep 2024 → Sep 2025): -31% (driven by a late-September dip).
  • Comparable window (Oct 2024 → Jul 2025): -1% (effectively flat).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change ≈ $2.99, signaling stability.
  • Seasonality: Clear Q4/Q1 uplift (Dec → Feb increase), then gradual easing into mid-year.

Relative positioning

  • Overall level: Including June, Singapore runs well above market. In typical months (and by the median), it is below the global average.
  • Stability: Singapore is far more volatile than global, dominated by a single June surge; globally, CPP stays within a relatively tight $46–$54 band until a late-Q3 downtick.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Singapore 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 Singapore, 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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Singapore Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year Day 1
Jan 30Chinese New Year Day 2
Mar 31Hari Raya Puasa
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 12Vesak Day
Jun 7Hari Raya Haji
Aug 9National Day
Oct 20Deepavali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late January (Chinese New Year), October–December (Deepavali, National Day promotions, Christmas), Mid-year retail events

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Chinese New Year and Deepavali for gifting, food, and apparel categories. Good Friday, Hari Raya, and Vesak Day long weekends could shift consumer behavior and spike media consumption. National Day promotions might elevate ad costs in entertainment and tourism. Singapore's small, affluent market means events can have noticeable retail impact.

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.