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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in United Arab Emirates

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in United Arab Emirates

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country United Arab Emirates compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • United Arab Emirates click-through-rate (CTR) averaged 1.86%, slightly above the global average of 1.81% (+3%). However, the UAE median (1.54%) sits below the global median (1.75%), indicating most months were below market with a few outsized spikes lifting the mean.
  • Volatility in the UAE is high: average month‑to‑month absolute change was 0.80 percentage points versus 0.05 globally (about 15x more variable), driven by a sharp September surge.
  • Seasonal pattern: UAE CTR softened through late Q4 into Q2, troughed in April–June (~1% CTR), then rebounded in late summer with a pronounced September spike. The global trend rose steadily from spring through early fall, peaking in September.

Scope and dataset

  • Metric: click-through-rate (CTR), monthly medians.
  • Selection: All industries available in United Arab Emirates, compared to the global baseline.

United Arab Emirates CTR trend

  • Average and median: 1.86% average; 1.54% median.
  • Highs and lows: Highest CTR in September 2025 at 5.56%; lowest in June 2025 at 0.96%.
  • Change over the period: From 1.75% in October 2024 to 5.56% in September 2025, a +218% increase.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • December 2024 → January 2025: +1.22 pts (1.48% → 2.71%).
  • January → February: −1.11 pts.
  • March → April: −0.94 pts to sub‑1% territory.
  • August → September: +4.09 pts (1.47% → 5.56%), the largest jump in the series.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month movement of 0.80 pts; excluding the September surge, typical movement was ~0.47 pts.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Overall level: UAE average CTR (1.86%) was modestly above the global average (1.81%), but the UAE median (1.54%) was 12% below the global median (1.75%), signaling that performance was generally below market with three outsized months pulling up the average.
  • Highs and lows: Global high at 2.12% (September 2025) and low at 1.67% (February 2025), a far narrower range than the UAE (0.96%–5.56%).
  • Change over the period: Global CTR rose from 1.76% (October 2024) to 2.12% (September 2025), a steady +20% increase versus the UAE’s +218%.
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • Above market in 3 of 12 months (January, March, September).
  • Below market in 9 of 12 months, especially April–July where UAE CTR hovered near 1% while global sat 1.71%–1.90%.
  • Volatility: Global average month-to-month change was 0.05 pts, showing a smooth, incremental climb, versus the UAE’s pronounced swings.

Seasonal patterns observed

  • UAE: Softening from October–December, a New Year lift in January, a clear trough in April–June, improvement in late summer, and a sharp September peak.
  • Global: Gradual, consistent increase from spring through late summer, peaking in September—indicative of broad seasonal uplift.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and United Arab Emirates 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. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting United Arab Emirates, 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.

United Arab Emirates Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 30–31Eid al-Fitr
Jun 6Arafat Day
Jun 7–9Eid al-Adha
Jul 7Islamic New Year
Sep 15Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Dec 1Commemoration Day
Dec 2–3UAE National Day

Key Shopping Season

Ramadan + Eid (Mar–Apr), End of November–December (UAE National Day, Christmas, New Year), Dubai Shopping Festival (mid-Dec through Jan)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs may rise sharply during Ramadan and Eid, especially in e‑commerce, gifting, F&B, and beauty sectors. UAE National Day campaigns could lead to high local bidding activity in travel, banking, and luxury retail. Dubai Shopping Festival drives elevated CPMs from mid-December to mid-January. Islamic holidays shift each year, affecting year-over-year comparisons.

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.