Natalie B. ComptonJun 10, 2026 – 8.29amFor the average soccer fan, the quest for 2026 World Cup tickets started last year when FIFA opened its Kafkaesque lottery system. Millions submitted bids as fast as their fingers could type in hopes of securing a reasonably priced seat to the sporting world’s biggest tournament, then waited months to learn the outcome of their applications.The process has been far less stressful for the event’s wealthier fans. According to travel planners for the ultrarich, there’s no rush to secure tickets or book trips when money is no object.Washington PostSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Private jets and top seats: How the ultrarich are doing the World Cup
You can get front-row tickets at midfield for the final, plus on-field access to the trophy presentation, among other perks. The cost of one package: $6 million.
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