Are Disneyland tickets more expensive during Christmas?

Prices can fluctuate wildly depending on the time of year you visit, and Christmas is, by far, the largest of these price changes, although it's certainly not unaffordable by any means.



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What is the cheapest time of year to go to Disneyland? Although the cost of admission to Disneyland changes throughout the year, the cheapest time to go to Disneyland is during the off-peak season. This is generally between mid-January and February, or September through mid-November.

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The Disneyland Resort did give a free park admission ticket to Guests on their birthday as part of a limited-time promotion several years ago, but this is not currently offered. Tickets to enter Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park must be purchased for all visitors ages 3 and up.

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December is one of the busiest times of year for Disney World, and, as such, sees the highest average ticket prices. The most expensive day to visit Disney World at the end of the year is, again, not a surprise, the period of time right before Christmas until New Year's Eve.

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Off-peak times fall around January, February, September, and early November. Discounts on vacation packages booked directly through Disney (which combine park tickets and hotel stays) can be found year-round, though they're most common at these less-crowded times.

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Yes. We really do think it is worth it to go to Disney World at Christmas. Even with the crowds, the parks never feel more magical than they do during this time of the year, and there is just something about being in a place surrounded by festive music and decorations to get you into the Christmas spirit!

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Yes, Definitely! Many of our readers can't resist the siren call of holiday music, decorations, and events this time of year. One reader said visiting during the holidays is “most definitely a must during the Christmas decoration season.

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When considering both ticket prices and hotel prices, Early January through Presidents' Day weekend is the cheapest time to go to Disney World. The next cheapest time to visit Disney World would be late August through early September and non-holiday weekdays during October, November, and December.

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Our Top Tips for Visiting Disney World During the Holidays
  1. Book Your Reservations Before You Visit. ...
  2. Have a Plan (But Be Flexible) ...
  3. Read Up on How to Join a Virtual Queue. ...
  4. Download Our iPhone App. ...
  5. Arrive Early and Stay Late. ...
  6. Avoid Hopping on the Very Busiest Days. ...
  7. Know Your Transportation Options and Factor in Extra Time.


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As previously mentioned, the winter holidays are one of the most expensive times of year to visit Disney World, and the week of Christmas and New Year's is typically the priciest period to visit. July Fourth, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and other federal holidays are also going to be more crowded and expensive.

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Disneyland packages are convenient, since you make one booking and get everything you need all at once. But packages are not typically any less expensive than buying the components separately; they actually cost a little bit more than buying the room and the tickets at current prices.

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How many days should you spend in Disneyland parks? Though there are just 2 parks at Disneyland Resort, there are still plenty of attractions and things to do. Ideally, you should plan on spending a total of 3-4 days in the parks to cover most everything, including rides, characters, shows, and fireworks.

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Your princess is in luck though, the attire policies at the Disneyland Resort allow guests under the age of 14 to wear costumes in the park! Sadly, wearing a costume doesn't cover park admission.

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How exciting that you have a trip planned to the Disneyland Resort here soon! If you are purchasing a theme park ticket for a child, the age range for a child's ticket is 3-9 years old. Children younger than age 3 do not need a ticket.

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It's worth mentioning that children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by a Guest 14 years or older to board an attraction. Children under the age of 3 are considered Guests of Mickey and do not require a theme park ticket.

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