Hi Patricia,
Welcome to planDisney! I'm so glad you asked your question today about budgeting for your next Walt Disney World vacation because that subject is near and dear to my heart as a Mom of 4 kiddos who is always looking for a way to stretch the budget. My motto is that any money that I can save in one area will be a Disney dollar I can spend somewhere else!
Patricia, as luck will have it, typically the times of the year in which it is more economical to visit are also the times in which there are fewer crowds. It's a win-win! My rule of thumb is that if the typical U.S. public school is in session, then it is a more favorable time to visit. For example, prices and crowds tend to be higher during U.S. holidays and the summer months when school is out of session. In general, the months of January and February (except for the days around Presidents Day weekend) are usually priced lower than during mid-March through April when many schools have spring break. Early May is also a good time to visit as well as later August and also September. October is also lovely, but take into consideration that prices can increase during Halloween as well as when Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party occurs. Early November is also nice but crowds and prices start increasing the weekend before Thanksgiving week and the crowd levels usually continue for a few days after Thanksgiving weekend.
Since you are considering your budget when making your Walt Disney World Resort vacation plans, I advise you to bookmark this page forSpecial Offers, Deals & Discountsand check back frequently since new offers appear periodically. I usually go ahead and book my vacation once I have decided on my dates and then if I see a Special Offer pop up that includes my dates, I check if the offer can be applied to my booking as soon as possible. Each offer has a limited capacity and the early bird gets the worm in these cases! I have been very lucky in the past and have been able to upgrade my Disney Resort hotel category from aModerate Resort hotelto aDeluxe Resort hotelfor just a little bit more than my original booking. I also have been able to add the Disney Dining Plan at a great discount by applying a Special Offer to my current booking.
I hope this information helps you with your Disney vacation planning! As you continue with your vacation plans, please be sure to come back and visit us here at planDisney with all of your questions. We are always excited to help you plan your next Magical adventure!
See Ya Real Soon,
Brenda
FAQs
Disney World Ticket Cheapest Seasons
Those low seasons are in January, August, and September, with increases or spikes around major holidays. Historically, ticket prices somewhat follow hotel prices, so these patterns aren't surprising.
What time of year is Disney World least crowded? ›
The slowest times to visit Walt Disney World are typically right when kids go back to school from any major break (summer, winter, spring, etc). So, we would consider off-season in late August and September, and late January and February.
What is the off season for Disney World? ›
OFF-PEAK / LOW SEASON
The second week of July through the first few weeks of September. The first week of November.
What month has the lowest attendance at Disney World? ›
With that in mind, lower crowds can typically be found the weeks immediately following these breaks - the month of September, the first week of December, and mid January through President's Day weekend.
When not to visit Disney World? ›
More specifically, Walt Disney World is the most crowded when kids are out of school: over summer through later August, Thanksgiving week, Christmas and New Years weeks, Presidents Day week, the spring break month of March; and the weeks before and after Easter.
What is the most expensive month to go to Disney? ›
Most Expensive Times to Visit Disney World
As previously mentioned, the winter holidays are one of the most expensive times of year to visit Disney World, and the week of Christmas and New Year's is typically the priciest period to visit.
Is Disney World free after 7? ›
Get a Head Start on the Fun
Guests with a valid ticket to this event do not need a theme park reservation or additional ticket to enter the park at or after 7:00 PM. If you plan to arrive earlier than 7:00 PM, valid theme park admission will be required.
How many days do you need at Disney World? ›
Our recommendation has always been to give yourself at least six to seven days. Our primary reason is that Disney World is made up of four main theme parks which are Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. They also have two amazing water parks and a shopping and dining district.
What is Disney's peak season? ›
The general rule on Disney is that crowds are largest during school vacations, holidays, weekends, and during the summer. February vacation may bring the largest crowds, along with Spring Break, Thanksgiving week, Christmas, and other holidays like Memorial Day and Labor Day.
What is the cheapest you can go to Disney for? ›
A Disney Cruise May Be the Cheapest Weeklong Disney Vacation. A Disney vacation at sea is often cheaper than at the theme parks given that most everything is included on board. Sally French is a travel rewards expert who joined NerdWallet in 2020.
When is Disney World the least crowded?
- January 2nd until just before Presidents' Day week (the third Monday in February)
- The month or so after Labor Day.
- The week following Thanksgiving weekend until the week before Christmas.
September and October provide lower crowds, cooler temperatures, and festive decorations for Halloween. Alternatively, April and May offer beautiful weather, the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, and fewer crowds than the peak summer months.
Do Disney tickets ever go down in price? ›
Prices vary according to time of year.
The cheapest tickets will typically be in late January or early Fall, and the most expensive will be during the Christmas holidays. Other times of year will vary: expect higher prices near holidays and weekends and lower during slower periods.
