The tournament begins in Mexico City on 11 June and concludes in the New York City area on 19 July, with matches hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico. Both England and Scotland will play their opening three group fixtures in American cities.
Aviation data provider OAG analysed fares for June and July 2026 and compared them with the same period in 2025 and have good news for many European fans.
Aviation data specialist John Grant told The Independent: "The traditional peak period for travel to North America has always been June and July, as a combination of June school holidays in North America slip into the European school holiday periods of July.
"Average airfares are at their highest as airlines maximise revenues with only modest increases in capacity."
On average, more than 90 per cent of transatlantic seats are filled during those two months.
However, Mr Grant added: "Global sporting events rarely result in an immediate increase in demand during the event itself. In many cases, air travel actually softens as local residents stay at home and higher accommodation costs deter some visitors."
Fares from Europe to eight of the 11 host cities have fallen compared with last summer. Prices to Dallas, where England face Croatia, are down four per cent to an average £631. Kansas City fares have dropped 16 per cent and Philadelphia 8.5 per cent.
Boston is the exception, with fares rising nine per cent to £512. Scotland will play their first two matches there, while England also face Ghana in the city. New York fares are up five per cent, though nearby Philadelphia remains cheaper.
Within the US, domestic fares have increased significantly. The lowest Dallas connections to other host cities now average £210 compared with £114 last year. Miami flights are 65 per cent higher, while Boston and New York have seen rises of 36 per cent and 28 per cent respectively.
Mr Grant said: "For the brave fan, based on the experiences of Air France and the 2024 Olympics, waiting until closer to the day may lead to a bargain. But it’s a big call if you have a match ticket but no flights booked.
"I would book now. Speaking to a colleague who watches the US market closely last week, he says domestic demand – and especially for leisure is very strong – and mid-June to mid-July is their traditional summer holiday season."
