The Cheapest Days to Go to Disney World

Let’s just say this: If you want a great deal on Walt Disney World tickets, try visiting on a Wednesday in late summer.

NerdWallet analyzed more than 18 months’ worth of ticket data to find out the cheapest days to go to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

Here’s what we found:

• Prices don’t vary much by day of the week, but they vary a lot by month. Late summer has the lowest-cost tickets by far.

• But if you’re looking for every possible opportunity to save:

  • Wednesdays are the cheapest day of the week to visit.

  • September is the cheapest month to visit.

  • Summer is the cheapest season to visit.

In summer, Florida’s heat, humidity and hurricane risks drive down demand and ticket prices. But if you’re flexible and prepared for possible weather cancellations and delays, the savings could be worth it.

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to go to Disney World, and Saturday is the most expensive — but the difference is small.

Wednesday tickets average just under $153, about $7 cheaper than Saturday. Still, for large groups, that could add up.

Here’s the average ticket price by day of the week:

If you’ve ever wilted in Florida’s summer heat, you won’t be surprised that late summer is the most affordable time to visit Disney World — and the data backs that up.

September is the cheapest month to visit Disney World, with an average one-day ticket price of just under $127.

That’s about $45 less than February, the most expensive month to visit.

Here’s the full breakdown by month:

One benefit of visiting in August or September: You'll get Halloween vibes for less.

Because Halloween is one of the most popular times to visit, the park gets its spooky and festive decor by mid-August. It also hosts an after-hours, separately-ticketed event called Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Yes, winter is magical with holiday decor and hot cocoa, but it’s also the priciest season by far. If you can brave the Florida heat, you’ll spend less by traveling in the summer.

Here’s how the seasons shake out:

Book off-peak days. Ticket prices for the days studied ranged from $119 to $179. The highest concentration of those $119 tickets were on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in late August and most weeks in September, aside from Labor Day.

Meanwhile, you’re likely to find those $179 tickets in February, when the weather in Orlando is mild.

Look for promotions. You might also be able to save through Disney’s limited-time ticket promotions, which often expire in late summer. For example, Disney has a deal where tickets for kids ages 3 to 9 are 50% off if you book three days or longer. That offer is available through Sept. 20, 2025.

Buy discounted tickets. You can get deals on Disney tickets by leveraging affiliations or memberships. AAA often offers discounts, and Disney also often offers military discounts. If you have credit card points, it’s sometimes possible to redeem them for Disney tickets. It’s also possible to find discount Disney tickets through third-party, authorized resellers such as Undercover Tourist.

Have fun outside the parks. You don’t need a park ticket every day to have fun. There are all sorts of free things to do outside the parks. You can see animals at Animal Kingdom Lodge or watch fireworks from the Polynesian Village Resort beach — no hotel stay required. Disney even pipes in the music.