The Big Game 2021: Flight searches from Boston to the The Big Game surges 360% after Brady's win

Flight searches from Boston to Tampa surged 360% for The Big Game following last Sunday’s game.

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Adit Damodaran - Thu Jan 28 2021

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Tom Brady may no longer play for the New England Patriots, but Boston fans are still rooting for TB12. According to our flight search demand data, flight searches from Boston to Tampa surged 360% for the weekend of The Big Game, following last Sunday’s game.

Kansas City Chiefs fans seems just as excited about the game with flight search demand from Kansas City to Tampa surging 570% following Sunday's game.

COVID-19 restrictions will be in place including reduced capacity at the game. However, if you're considering attending The Big Game, here’s what to know:

Who’s searching for flights to the The Big Game?

  • Searches from Boston to Tampa saw a 360% spike 

  • Searches from Kansas City to Tampa increased 570%

  • Searches across the U.S to Tampa increased 125% 

How much will airfare cost to The Big Game?

  • From Boston? Good deal flight price for the weekend of The Big Game averages $163 round-trip.

  • From Kansas City? Good deal flight price for the weekend of The Big Game averages $393 round-trip.

  • Across the U.S? National good deal price averages $307 round-trip for The Big Game. Round-trip tickets are the most expensive for travelers booking a return flight on Monday, Feb. 8th. Flexible travelers can save $40-60 heading home on Tuesday, Feb. 9th instead.

How much are hotel rates for The Big Game?

  • Hotel prices in Tampa are expected to cost an average of $393/night over the weekend of the game.

  • If you’re looking to stay at a 4+ star hotel, however, expect to pay an average of $525/night.

What else to consider?

  • If you need more time to plan, you can hold your flight or hotel price using Hopper's Price Freeze feature so you don’t miss out on these deals and can book at a later date.

  • COVID-19 restrictions will be enforced including limiting capacity and other safety protocols. Make sure you check airline and hotel policies before booking.

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