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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in Spain

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Recreation and Travel in Spain

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate (CTR) trends for industry Recreation and Travel and target country Spain compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Spain’s Recreation and Travel CTR averaged 1.40%, below the global baseline average of 1.81% (about 23% lower), signaling below-market performance overall.
  • Strong seasonal peaks appear in December–January and again in June. CTRs are softer in November, May, July, and September.
  • Volatility is high: the selected series’ average month-to-month swing is 0.47 percentage points versus just 0.05 for the global baseline.

What the data shows

  • Selected period: Oct 2024–Sep 2025 (monthly medians).
  • Metric: click-through-rate (CTR), Facebook Ads benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in Spain.

Trends within the selected data (Spain, Recreation and Travel)

  • Average CTR: 1.40%.
  • High: 2.05% in Jan 2025.
  • Low: 0.84% in Nov 2024.
  • Range: 1.21 percentage points (0.84% to 2.05%), indicating pronounced swings.
  • Start-to-end change: up from 1.03% in Oct 2024 to 1.19% in Sep 2025 (+15.7%).
  • Volatility: average month-to-month absolute change of 0.47 percentage points.
  • Notable spikes:
  • Nov → Dec: +1.09 pts (0.84% to 1.93%).
  • May → Jun: +1.00 pts (0.95% to 1.95%).
  • Notable dips:
  • Jun → Jul: −0.96 pts (1.95% to 0.98%).
  • Feb → Mar: −0.47 pts (1.80% to 1.33%).
  • Seasonal pattern: elevated CTRs in December–January and June; softer readings in late spring and midsummer.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 1.81% (vs. Spain’s 1.40%), a gap of −0.41 points (−22.6%).
  • Baseline high/low: 2.12% in Sep 2025; 1.67% in Feb 2025; range of 0.44 points (much tighter than Spain’s 1.21).
  • Baseline start-to-end change: 1.76% to 2.12% (+20.1%).
  • Volatility: 0.05-point average month-to-month absolute change (stable, gradual climb into late summer/early fall).
  • Months where Spain outperformed the baseline: 4 of 12 (Dec 2024, Jan 2025, Feb 2025, Jun 2025). All other months were below market.
  • Relative positioning by season:
  • Q4 behavior: Spain dips in November but jumps above the baseline in December; the global series is steadier across Oct–Dec.
  • Mid-year: Spain spikes in June above the baseline, then drops sharply in July, while the baseline continues a smooth rise through summer.

Summary for marketers

Spain’s Recreation and Travel CTRs sit below average overall but show clear seasonal peaks around December–January and June, with higher volatility than the global benchmark. The global baseline trends upward steadily into late summer and early fall, while Spain’s series alternates between strong surges and notable pullbacks. Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and Spain 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. For campaigns targeting Spain, 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. 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.

Spain Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 17Maundy Thursday (some regions)
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (some regions)
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Oct 13National Day of Spain
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 6Constitution Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Mid-August (summer promotions), December (Christmas & post-Christmas sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during Semana Santa (Holy Week) and May Day, particularly for travel and tourism campaigns. 'Puentes' (bridge days) could reduce weekday inventory while pre-holiday traffic boosts media consumption. Black Friday typically marks sharp rises in retail competition. Late December brings peak ad volumes and e‑commerce CPM spikes.

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.