“Super Bowl 2024 tickets among most expensive in history,” read a headline from USA Today last year ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ clash against the San Francisco 49ers. As per TicketIQ—a no-fee event ticket search engine, and aggregator—even the cheapest tickets (get-in prices) were the most expensive in the game’s history at $7,790 (five days before the kickoff). However, come the Super Bowl LIX, a worrying trend has emerged…

Compared to last year, there is almost a 33% reduction in ticket prices. The day before the Super Bowl LVIII between the Chiefs and 49ers, the average price was $9,365 on the secondary market. This year, it has come down to $6,645.

Notably, as per a February 6 update, the get-in price for the Chiefs vs Philadelphia Eagles clash was down 62 percent year-on-year. Just 24 hours before the high-intensity rematch of Super Bowl LVII, the ticketing website TickPick revealed that the cheapest ticket price is $2,988. Compared to the original price of $6,000, that’s more than a 50% fall. The tickets opened when the Eagles won against the Commanders and Chiefs defeated the Bills. That’s a huge blow to what was being touted as a historic Super Bowl.

Even TickPick’s co-CEO Brett Goldberg appeared surprised, and tried to explain the sudden downturn. “Location is becoming a major factor in Super Bowl demand. Last year’s Super Bowl in Vegas stood out not only for its accommodations but also for the extra attractions, offering fans more than just the game. As fans seek more value, Vegas set the bar,” he said. Just to give you an idea:

Las Vegas is the nation’s eighth-busiest airport, and is approximately 2.7 miles away from Allegiant Stadium. Now add to that, the entertainment value that Sin City offers, and it amply clear why fans would throng the city to watch The Big Showdown. New Orleans, on the other hand, seems to be falling a bit short. While the airport is at a respectable distance (13.9 miles) from the Super Bowl 59 venue, what’s become one of the most challenging aspects is accommodation.

As per FOX Sports, the hotel capacity in New Orleans “is more limited with about 26,000 rooms in the city center, and even home rentals are at a premium”. And Goldberg summed up the ground reality perfectly, saying, “If you try to go book a hotel right now, it’s very challenging.” What’s more?

Well, fans are reportedly losing interest in seeing the same team make it to The Big Game every year. “The matchup still plays a significant role, but with both the Chiefs and Eagles having both made multiple Super Bowl appearances as of late, we’re seeing less demand from fans to make the trip. Last year’s game benefited from Vegas’s added value, elevating both the ticket and the experience,” the TickPick executive said before adding:

“I think if the Bills won, you would’ve seen a very different dynamic here. There’s a part of that (Chiefs) fan base that can afford to go to the Super Bowl three times, but that’s a very small (segment of the) fan base that could do that. Even the Eagles have a little bit of a fatigue from being at a Super Bowl two years ago. We’re hearing directly from fans, ‘I went two years ago. I’m not sure I could pull this off.’ Would they love to go? Sure, but the impracticality on it’s a $10,000 trip for two becomes very limiting.”

However, he also remained optimistic: “Pricing has come down pretty drastically, but I think there’s still a lot of demand in general.”

Despite all this, many fans are excited about the game. With POTUS Donald Trump to be present in the stadium, the game will surely be remembered.

Why is the Chiefs vs Eagles rematch in Super Bowl LIX historic?

The first and foremost reason is the 3-peat. No team has ever done it in the Super Bowl era. So, with Patrick Mahomes & Travis Kelce, they have a real good chance to cement their place among the legends. They are coming off a dominant 15-2 regular season and playoff victories over the Texans and the Bills.

The second part of the rivalry is their head coaches. Andy Reid arrived at the Chiefs in 2013. The first casualty was Nick Sirianni, then-Chiefs wide receivers coach. In Super Bowl LIX, he would surely want to take revenge for that. Add the 35-38 Super Bowl LVII loss that started this 3-peat campaign, and he would hate to see the Eagles become the team are forever remembered on the wrong side of history.

There are other heroes in the story as well. Saquon Barkley smashed records this year, becoming the 9th player in NFL history with 2,000+ rushing yards. For the Chiefs, Travis Kelce wants to become the most successful TE in the playoffs. He needs 2 TDs to equalize Jerry Rice’s record of 22 playoff TDs, set in 1987.

With so many records at stake, bargain hunters will be eager to get a great deal. And the energy is not only going to be unmatched. It’s unparalleled!