How French Open Ticket Prices Change Over Time

French Open ticket prices on the resale market follow a predictable pattern driven by supply and demand. Understanding this pattern is the key to getting the best deal.

In general, tickets are at their most affordable when they first become available—during the initial presale and general sale periods. From that point, prices typically trend upward as inventory decreases and the tournament draws closer.

Here is what the price trajectory looks like for most sessions:

• 6+ months before the tournament: Lowest prices. Full inventory available. This is the best time to buy Finals and Semi-Finals tickets.
• 3-4 months before: Prices begin to climb as the best sessions start to thin out. Second-week sessions see noticeable increases.
• 1-2 months before: Significant price increases across the board. Early-round sessions see 20-40% higher prices than at initial release. Finals and Semis may already be sold out at face value.
• Final 2-4 weeks: Peak pricing. Last-minute demand from travelers who have finalized Paris trip plans drives prices to their highest. Availability becomes unpredictable.
• Tournament week: Some last-minute drops can occur for early-round sessions if sellers are motivated to move inventory, but this is unreliable and risky for trip planning.

What Sells Out First

Not all French Open sessions are created equal when it comes to demand. Here is the order in which sessions typically sell out, from fastest to slowest:

1. Men's Final (Sunday, Week 2) – Sells out months ahead of the tournament. The most prestigious session at Roland Garros and the single hardest ticket to obtain.
2. Women's Final (Saturday, Week 2) – Sells out weeks to months ahead. Extremely high demand, especially with marquee players in contention.
3. Men's Semi-Finals (Friday, Week 2) – Sells out weeks ahead. Two matches, four top players—consistently one of the best days of tennis.
4. Women's Semi-Finals (Thursday, Week 2) – High demand, typically sells out 2-4 weeks before the event.
5. Night Sessions at Philippe Chatrier – The retractable roof and evening atmosphere make these sessions increasingly popular. High-profile night sessions sell out quickly.
6. VIP and Box Seat packages – Limited inventory means these go early, often during presale periods exclusively.
7. Quarter-Finals (Tuesday/Wednesday, Week 2) – Strong demand but usually available until 2-4 weeks before the event.
8. Week 1 Day Sessions – Last to sell out. Often available until close to the tournament, though at increasing prices.
9. Grounds Passes – Generally available closest to the event, but early purchase locks in the best prices.

Best Time to Buy by Session Type

Based on historical pricing and availability patterns, here is our recommendation for when to purchase each type of French Open session:

Session Type	Best Time to Buy	Risk of Waiting
Men's Final	6+ months early	Very High – sells out fast, prices surge
Women's Final	4-6 months early	Very High – limited inventory
Semi-Finals	3-4 months early	High – prices increase steadily
Quarter-Finals	2-3 months early	Moderate – good availability early
Night Sessions	2-4 months early	High – growing in popularity
Week 2 Day Sessions	2-3 months early	Moderate – depends on matchups
Week 1 Day Sessions	1-2 months early	Low-Moderate – usually available
Grounds Pass	1 month early	Low – but prices still rise

When Waiting Might Work

In fairness, there are rare scenarios where waiting could work to your advantage:

• A top seed loses early: If a major draw like Djokovic or Alcaraz exits in Week 1, demand for later-round sessions on their scheduled court may soften slightly. However, this is unpredictable and not a reliable strategy.
• Weather concerns: Extended rain delays in Week 1 can sometimes cause a slight softening in Week 2 demand as casual fans reconsider. The retractable roof on Chatrier has reduced this effect significantly.
• Midweek early rounds: Tuesday and Wednesday sessions in Week 1 are the least demanded. Waiting until 1-2 weeks out may yield small discounts if sellers are eager to move tickets.

That said, these are exceptions. For the vast majority of sessions and the vast majority of fans, buying early is the winning strategy.

The Bottom Line: Buy Early, Save More

If you are planning to attend the French Open 2026, the data is clear: earlier purchases mean lower prices and better seat selection. The most desirable sessions sell out months in advance, and even sessions with longer availability windows see meaningful price increases as the tournament approaches.

Our recommendation: decide on your preferred sessions now, check current availability on our French Open tickets page, and lock in your seats while prices are at their lowest.

For a complete pricing breakdown, visit our French Open ticket prices guide. And if you need help choosing the right sessions, our buying guide walks you through every option.