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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Recreation and Travel

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Recreation and Travel, all countries

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Recreation and Travel and target country All countries available 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: Recreation and Travel click-through-rate averaged 2.04%, about 13% above the global baseline (1.81%) — generally above market.
  • Trend: From Oct 2024 to Sep 2025, click-through-rate rose 21.5% (2.19% to 2.66%), closely mirroring the global increase of 20.1%.
  • Seasonality: CTR softened through late Q4 (Nov–Dec), rebounded sharply in January, was mixed through spring, and surged in late summer (Aug–Sep).
  • Volatility: Recreation and Travel showed higher month-to-month volatility (avg absolute change 0.44 pp) versus the smoother global baseline (0.05 pp).
  • Relative positioning: Above baseline in 8 of 12 months; below in Nov, Dec, Feb, and Jun.

Selected trend highlights (Recreation and Travel)

  • Average: 2.04%
  • High: 2.66% in Sep 2025 (also 2.66% in Aug)
  • Low: 1.35% in Dec 2024
  • Range: 1.32 percentage points (2.66% – 1.35%)
  • Notable shifts:
  • Q4 dip: Oct → Nov (−0.60 pp), Nov → Dec (−0.25 pp)
  • January rebound: Dec → Jan (+1.19 pp), the sharpest monthly gain
  • Early-year pullback: Jan → Feb (−0.96 pp)
  • Late-summer surge: Jul → Aug (+0.68 pp), followed by a marginal Sep high (+0.00 pp vs Aug)

Baseline trend highlights (All industries, all countries)

  • Average: 1.81%
  • High: 2.12% in Sep 2025
  • Low: 1.67% in Feb 2025
  • Range: 0.44 percentage points (2.12% – 1.67%)
  • Smoother climb: Gradual increases from March onward, with modest MoM changes (avg absolute change 0.05 pp).

Head-to-head comparison

  • Level: Recreation and Travel averaged 0.24 pp higher than the global benchmark (2.04% vs 1.81%) — consistently above market except for brief dips.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Peak comparison: 2.66% (selected) vs 2.12% (baseline), a 26% higher peak for Recreation and Travel.
  • Trough comparison: 1.35% (selected) vs 1.67% (baseline), indicating deeper seasonal softness in late Q4 for Recreation and Travel.
  • Volatility: The selected series’ range (1.32 pp) is roughly 3× the baseline range (0.44 pp), with larger swings around year-end and late summer.
  • Seasonality alignment: Both series improve into late summer, but Recreation and Travel shows a more pronounced August–September lift. Conversely, the selected series underperforms baseline in Nov–Dec and February.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and All countries available helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. In the Recreation and Travel industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. 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. 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.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.