economy
May 8, 2026
Want to travel to the 2026 World Cup? It would be 23% cheaper than four years ago due to the dollar's drop
Portafolio Journalist 05/07/2026 14:11 Updated: 05/07/2026 14:11
TL;DR
- The 2026 World Cup is driving early travel plans for Colombians due to a weaker dollar, making trips to Mexico more affordable.
- Travel operators are creating specific routes between Mexico City and Guadalajara for fans following the Colombian national team.
- The cost of following Colombia's first three matches is estimated at $26.2 million pesos per person, a significant reduction compared to over $34 million with the exchange rate prior to the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
- Savings are reflected in flights, accommodation, internal transport, and match tickets, with example cost reductions provided for travel between Bogotá and Mexico City, and between Mexico City and Guadalajara.
- Tourism companies like Civitatis are offering cultural, gastronomic, and urban tours in Mexico City and Guadalajara to enrich the travel experience beyond the matches.
- Financial experts caution travelers to budget for additional costs beyond flights and tickets, including accommodation, internal transport, food, insurance, taxes, and an emergency fund, and to avoid excessive debt.