Is it better to buy Roland Garros tickets in advance?

How Roland Garros ticket prices change over time

Roland-Garros ticket prices on the resale market follow a predictable trend determined by supply and demand. Understanding this model is key to getting the best deal.

Typically, tickets are most affordable when they are first available, which is during the initial pre-sale and general sale periods. From this point on, prices generally tend to increase as supplies decrease and the tournament gets closer.

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

• 6+ months before the tournament: Lowest prices. Full inventory available. Now is the best time to buy tickets for the finals and semi-finals.
• 3-4 months before: Prices start to climb as the best sessions start to become scarce. Sessions in the second week see notable increases.
• 1 to 2 months before: Significant price increases across the board. Early sessions see prices 20-40% higher than initial release. Finals and semi-finals can already be sold at face value.
• Last 2 to 4 weeks: Peak pricing. Last-minute demand from travelers who have finalized their travel plans in Paris is driving prices to an all-time high. Availability becomes unpredictable.
• Tournament week: Some last-minute drops may occur in early sessions if sellers are motivated to move their inventory, but this is unreliable and risky for trip planning.

What sells first

Not all Roland-Garros sessions are equal in terms of demand. Here’s the order in which sessions typically sell out, from fastest to slowest:

1. Men’s Final (Sunday, week 2) – Sold out months before the tournament. The most prestigious session at Roland Garros and the most difficult ticket to obtain.
2. Women’s final (Saturday, week 2) – Sold weeks or even months in advance. Extremely strong demand, especially with renowned players in the running.
3. Men’s semi-finals (Friday, week 2) – Sold out weeks in advance. Two matches, four top players: still one of the best days in tennis.
4. Women’s semi-finals (Thursday, week 2) – High demand, usually sold out 2-4 weeks before the event.
5. Evening sessions at Philippe Chatrier’s – The retractable roof and the nighttime atmosphere make these sessions more and more popular. High-profile night sessions sell out quickly.
6. VIP and Box Seat packages – Limited stock means these ship early, often exclusively during pre-sale periods.
7. Quarter-finals (Tuesday/Wednesday, week 2) – High demand but generally available up to 2-4 weeks before the event.
8. Sessions of the week 1 day – Last one for sale. Often available until closer to the tournament, but at increasing prices.
9. Field pass – Usually available closest to the event, but purchasing early ensures 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 Roland-Garros session:

Type of session	Best time to buy	Waiting risk
Men’s Final	6+ months in advance	Very high – sells quickly, prices skyrocket
Women’s Final	4-6 months earlier	Very high – limited inventory
Semi-finals	3-4 months earlier	High – prices increase steadily
Quarter-finals	2-3 months earlier	Moderate – good early availability
Night sessions	2 to 4 months earlier	High – growing popularity
Sessions of the week 2 days	2-3 months earlier	Moderate – depends on the confrontations
Sessions of the week 1 day	1 to 2 months earlier	Low-Moderate – generally available
Field passes	1 month in advance	Low – but prices continue to rise

When waiting might work

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

• A seed loses early: If a major draw like Djokovic or Alcaraz comes out in Week 1, demand for later sessions at their scheduled court could decrease slightly. However, this strategy is unpredictable and unreliable.
• Weather Concerns: Extended rain delays in Week 1 can sometimes cause a slight slowdown in Week 2 demand as casual fans reconsider. Chatrier’s retractable roof has significantly reduced this effect.
• First rounds midweek: The Tuesday and Wednesday sessions of week 1 are the least requested. Waiting 1-2 weeks may result in small discounts if sellers are willing 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’re considering attending Roland Garros 2026, the data is clear: prior purchases mean lower prices and better seat selection. The most sought-after sessions sell out months in advance, and even sessions with longer availability windows see their prices increase significantly as the tournament approaches.

Our recommendation: decide your preferred sessions now, check current availability on our Roland Garros tickets page and reserve your seats while prices are lowest.

For a full price breakdown, check out our Roland Garros ticket price guide. And if you need help choosing the right sessions, our buying guide walks you through all the options.