US Open ticket prices surge ahead of tournament start in New York
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:16 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
U.S. Open ticket prices have reached new highs, with resale costs climbing significantly as the tournament approaches. Fans have expressed frustration over rising prices for grounds passes and premium seating at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, set to begin qualifying rounds on August 23. Average resale prices for grounds passes are reported at approximately $246, reflecting an increase from the previous year. The rising ticket prices align with trends seen at other major events, including Knicks playoff games and FIFA World Cup matches. The USTA is expected to release the official player entry list on August 20, amidst speculation about injuries affecting several star competitors.
- •U.S. Open qualifying rounds start on August 23, with main events running through September 13.
- •Resale prices for grounds passes range from $191 to $344 as of August 19.
- •Average resale price for grounds passes is about $246, up from last year.
- •Previous champions include Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka.
- •USTA will release the official entry list on August 20.
- 9:16 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open ticket prices are skyrocketing, from grounds passes to luxury seats. This is why
- 11:21 PMYahoo Sports — US Open ticket prices compared to summer sports events as prices soar
"There’s one question that every type of U.S. Open fan is asking, from die-hard tennis wonks to executives who control corporate entertainment expenses: What’s up with these ticket prices? A quick glance at the fourth Grand Slam of the year’s website this week reveals sobering numbers for the first big day of action on Monday, Aug. 31. A grounds pass with no guaranteed seat on any court — stadium or otherwise — is going for over $360. The face value is $65. An upper-deck seat in Arthur Ashe Stadi
"U.S. Open ticket prices are drawing complaints from fans as resale costs for even basic entry continue to climb.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 9:16 AMU.S. Open ticket prices are skyrocketing, from grounds passes to luxury seats. This is why
There’s one question that every type of U.S. Open fan is asking, from die-hard tennis wonks to executives who control corporate entertainment expenses: What’s up with these ticket prices? A quick glance at the fourth Grand Slam of the year’s website this week reveals sobering numbers for the first big day of action on Monday, Aug. 31. A grounds pass with no guaranteed seat on any court — stadium or otherwise — is going for over $360. The face value is $65. An upper-deck seat in Arthur Ashe Stadi
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 11:21 PMUS Open ticket prices compared to summer sports events as prices soar
U.S. Open ticket prices are drawing complaints from fans as resale costs for even basic entry continue to climb.
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