Budget Planner – 2019 Japanese Grand Prix

Plan the cost of your trip to Suzuka for the 2019 Japanese Grand Prix on October 11-13.

Japan is an expensive tourist destination, especially when it comes to accommodation and getting around. The US dollar remained steady against the Yen over the past 12 months, but fell 10% in the two years previous. With limited accommodation near the Suzuka circuit, it’s easier to stay in nearby Nagoya and travel to the circuit by train each day. Luckily, Japanese Grand Prix tickets are not the most expensive on the current calendar, and several cheaper options exist. Read about Richard’s trip to the circuit here: My first live race, the 2017 Japanese Grand Prix

• Weekend cost approx. 42,000 JPY ($380 USD)
• 3-day General Admission ticket = $78
• Dorm bed at hostel in Nagoya (3 nights) = $90
• Spending money including daily trains from Nagoya to Suzuka ($70 x 3) = $210

• Weekend cost approx. 84,000 JPY ($763 USD)
• Mid-range grandstand ticket (C Lower) =$238
• 3-star hotel in Nagoya for 3 nights (per person, twin share) = $225
• Spending money ($100 x 3) = $300

• Weekend cost approx. 400,000 JPY ($3624 USD)
• F1 Experiences Champions Club Ticket Package = $2499
• 4-star hotel in Nagoya for 3 nights (per person, twin share) = $525
• Spending money ($200 x 3) = $600

• Average costs below are per person based on a stay of 3 nights in Nagoya with race tickets, accommodation and spending money. The prices do not include flights (or other travel costs) required to reach Japan.
• About our categories: Budget fans buy the cheapest race tickets (General Admission) and camp by the track or stay in a hostel. Mid-Range fans buy a grandstand ticket and stay in a 3-star hotel, whilst High-End fans buy a VIP or experience package and stay in a 4 or 5 star hotel.

Been to Suzuka? Leave a comment with your money-saving tips!