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The Cheapest Days to Go to Disney World
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Let’s just say this: If you want a great deal on Walt Disney World tickets, try visiting on a Wednesday in late summer.
NerdWallet analyzed more than 18 months’ worth of ticket data to find out the cheapest days to go to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. And yes, Disney raised ticket prices in October 2025, with the most expensive Magic Kingdom tickets now reaching $209 on peak days (up from around $189). However, the lowest-priced Animal Kingdom ticket stayed at $119. This makes strategic timing more valuable than ever, as the price gap between the cheapest and most expensive days is now about $90.
Here’s what we found:
Prices don’t vary much by day of the week, but they vary a lot by month. Late summer has the lowest-cost tickets by far.
Wednesdays are the cheapest day of the week to visit.
September is the cheapest month to visit.
Summer is the cheapest season to visit.
In summer, Florida’s heat, humidity and hurricane risks drive down demand and ticket prices. But if you’re flexible and prepared for possible weather cancellations and delays, the savings could be worth it.
Methodology
This analysis was done in July 2025. Prices were based on publicly available March 2025 data for adult ticket prices. The dates analyzed spanned March 2025 through October 2026, and were pulled from the official Walt Disney World website. Figures were based on a one-day ticket, though Disney offers discounts for longer stays.
Disney prices vary by day and by park, so ticket prices were based on the cheapest park of that particular day (typically Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park). The four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort are Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Magic Kingdom Park.
Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to go to Disney World, and Saturday is the most expensive — but the difference is small.
Wednesday tickets average just under $153, about $7 cheaper than Saturday. Still, for large groups, that could add up.
Here’s the average ticket price by day of the week:
Day
Average adult one-day ticket price
Wednesday
$152.99.
Tuesday
$153.82.
Thursday
$154.30.
Monday
$158.52.
Friday
$158.81.
Sunday
$161.58.
Saturday
$160.01.
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If you’ve ever wilted in Florida’s summer heat, you won’t be surprised that late summer is the most affordable time to visit Disney World — and the data backs that up.
September is the cheapest month to visit Disney World, with an average one-day ticket price of just under $127.
That’s about $45 less than February, the most expensive month to visit.
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Here’s the full breakdown by month:
Month
Average adult one-day ticket price
September
$126.73.
August
$133.60.
July
$156.18.
June
$158.25.
May
$159.24.
January
$161.58.
October
$163.19.
November
$164.67.
December
$167.39.
April
$169.
March
$169.39.
February
$172.39.
One benefit of visiting in August or September: You'll get Halloween vibes for less.
Yes, winter is magical with holiday decor and hot cocoa, but it’s also the priciest season by far. If you can brave the Florida heat, you’ll spend less by traveling in the summer.
Here’s how the seasons shake out:
Season
Average adult one-day ticket price
Summer
$144.97.
Fall
$159.42.
Spring
$162.93.
Winter
$168.17.
How to make your Disney trip cheaper
Book off-peak days. Ticket prices for the days studied ranged from $119 to $209. The highest concentration of those $119 tickets were on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in late August and most weeks in September, aside from Labor Day.
Meanwhile, you're likely to find those $209 peak-priced tickets during holiday weeks (Christmas, New Year's) and other high-demand periods in winter and spring.
Look for promotions. Disney is offering exceptional deals for 2026 visits:
Room discounts: Save up to $250 per night on qualifying 4-night minimum room-and-ticket packages at most Disney Resort hotels for stays between late February and late July 2026.
Free kids' dining: When you book a package at select Disney Resort hotels with tickets and add the Disney Dining Plan for adults, kids ages 3-9 eat free throughout all of 2026. This offer is stackable with the room discount above.
For a family of four on a 5-night trip, combining both promotions could save over $1,500.
Buy discounted tickets. You can get deals on Disney tickets by leveraging affiliations or memberships. AAA often offers discounts, and Disney also often offers military discounts. If you have credit card points, it’s sometimes possible to redeem them for Disney tickets. It’s also possible to find discount Disney tickets through third-party, authorized resellers such as Undercover Tourist.
Have fun outside the parks. You don’t need a park ticket every day to have fun. There are all sorts of free things to do outside the parks. You can see animals at Animal Kingdom Lodge or watch fireworks from the Polynesian Village Resort beach — no hotel stay required. Disney even pipes in the music.
