The 2027 United States Grand Prix runs October 22–24, 2027, at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, with the race on Sunday, October 24. As of October 2026, official 2027 ticket prices haven’t been published yet — but 2026 is a reliable guide: Sunday-only tickets started at $259, 3-day general admission sold out, the new Turn 6/7 infield grandstand started at $789, and the pit straight grandstand ran $724–$1,641, with the average ticket price over $700. Here’s what to expect for 2027, which grandstands to target, and how to buy before the best seats go.
How Much Are F1 Austin Grand Prix Tickets? 2026 Price Reference
COTA hasn’t released 2027 pricing as of October 2026 (travel packages are already on sale, which is usually the first sign the onsale is near). Here’s what the 2026 race cost — expect 2027 to track close to these figures:
| Ticket type (2026) | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday-only general admission | From $259 | Released after 3-day tickets sold through |
| Grand Prix Sunday (reserved) | From $249 | Single-day reserved seating |
| 3-day general admission | Sold out | Hillside GA with big screens — the value play |
| Turn 6/7 infield grandstand (new) | From $789 | Sold out in one day |
| Pit straight / Main Grandstand | $724–$1,641 | Upper covered rows at the top end |
| Average ticket price | $700+ | Across all ticket types |
The pattern is clear: COTA sells in tiers and popular sections go fast — the entire 3-day GA allocation and the new infield grandstand sold out for 2026. If you want 2027 tickets at the lowest tier prices, buy the moment they go on sale rather than waiting for single-day releases.
Which Grandstand Should You Choose at COTA?
- Turn 1 ($$$): the signature COTA view — cars climb 41 meters up the hill into a hairpin with a panoramic view back toward Austin. The most expensive grandstand and the first to sell out.
- Main Grandstand / pit straight ($724–$1,641 in 2026): start/finish line, pit action, podium ceremony. Upper covered rows cost the most.
- Turn 12: the hardest braking zone and best overtaking spot at the end of the back straight, with views across the stadium section (Turns 13–16).
- Turn 6/7 infield (from $789 in 2026): the new-for-2026 grandstand between the esses — sold out in a day, so expect high demand again.
- Turn 4: overlooks the Silverstone-style Maggots-Becketts esses sequence — great for watching cars change direction at speed.
- General admission hillsides: the budget play with big-screen coverage and the freedom to roam. Turn 1 hill fills first on race day — arrive early.
3-Day vs Single-Day Tickets
COTA sells 3-day tickets first; single-day tickets (like the $259 Sunday-only GA for 2026) are typically released later once 3-day inventory thins out. The math favors the full weekend if you’re traveling anyway — and Friday practice is the cheapest, most relaxed day, with smaller crowds and room to explore the 1,500-acre facility. For context on how Austin compares to F1’s other US races, see our guides to Las Vegas Grand Prix ticket prices and Miami Grand Prix ticket prices.
When Do 2027 Austin GP Tickets Go on Sale?
As of October 2026, COTA has not announced the 2027 public onsale date — but third-party travel packages for the October 22–24, 2027 weekend are already selling, which historically means the official onsale is close. The reliable sequence:
- Sign up for COTA’s newsletter now — presale announcements go to the mailing list first.
- Buy at the public onsale, not on resale — 2026’s average ticket price was over $700, and resale adds a premium on top of already-strong demand.
- Target the first pricing tier — COTA prices rise as sections sell through, so the earliest buyers pay the least.
- Consider the Flex Pass / parking early — the 2026 Flex Pass sold out; parking lots near the track go quickly too.
Budgeting the Full Weekend
The ticket is only part of it. Austin hotel rates spike for race weekend, and the track sits ~15 miles southeast of downtown — factor in rideshares or the track’s shuttle options, plus food inside the circuit. A mid-range long weekend (3-day GA or lower grandstand, mid-tier hotel, food and transport) realistically runs $2,000–$3,500 per person before flights. Resale prices sometimes soften closer to the event, but for a race that sold out its 3-day allocation in 2026, waiting is a gamble.
FAQs
How much are F1 Austin Grand Prix tickets 2027?
Official 2027 prices aren’t published yet as of October 2026. As a guide, 2026 Sunday-only tickets started at $259, the new Turn 6/7 grandstand started at $789, the pit straight grandstand ran $724–$1,641, and the average ticket price was over $700.
When is the 2027 United States Grand Prix?
October 22–24, 2027, at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas — practice Friday, qualifying Saturday, race Sunday October 24.
Are 2027 Austin GP tickets on sale now?
Not through COTA directly as of October 2026, but third-party travel packages for the 2027 weekend are already selling — the official onsale is expected soon. Sign up for COTA’s newsletter for the announcement.
What is the cheapest way to attend the Austin Grand Prix?
3-day general admission bought at the onsale — the hillside GA areas with big screens. In 2026, 3-day GA sold out and Sunday-only GA started at $259 when released later.
Which grandstand is best at COTA?
Turn 1 for the iconic view, the Main Grandstand for start/finish and pit action, Turn 12 for overtaking, and the Turn 6/7 infield for the esses. GA hillsides are the best value.
Do Austin GP tickets sell out?
Key inventory does — 2026’s 3-day GA, the new Turn 6/7 grandstand (sold out in one day), and the Flex Pass all sold through. Buy at the onsale if you want choice.
How does Austin compare to the other US Grands Prix?
Austin is the traditional road-course race with the most overtaking-friendly layout; Miami is the beach-party atmosphere event and Las Vegas the Strip night race. Compare with our Las Vegas and Miami price guides.
