Budget Planner – 2020 Russian Grand Prix

How much for a weekend at the 2020 Russian Grand Prix in Sochi? This year’s race is on September 25-27.

The recent weakness of the Russian rouble is great for traveling F1 fans, making Sochi one of the cheapest destinations on the current calendar. The only hitch is that it more expensive for most international fans from outside the immediate region to get flights to the race.

• Weekend cost approx. 16800 RUB ($271 USD)
• 3-day General Admission ticket = $76 USD
• Sochi hostel with dorm bed for 3 nights (3 nights) = $45 USD
• Spending money ($50 x 3) = $150 USD

• Weekend cost approx. 36,880 RUB ($595 USD)
• Mid-range grandstand ticket (T3 Category 1) = $145
• 3-star hotel or guesthouse near the circuit for 3 nights (per person, twin share) = $150
• Spending money ($100 x 3) = $300

• Weekend cost approx. 183,400 RUB ($2959 USD)
• F1 Experiences Premier Ticket Package = $2059
• 4-star hotel in Sochi for 3 nights (per person, twin share) = $300
• Spending money ($200 x 3) = $600

• Average costs below are per person based on a stay of 3 nights with race tickets, accommodation and spending money. The prices do not include flights (or other travel costs) required to reach Sochi.
• 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.

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