AirDNA is tracking a sharp surge in short-term rental demand across North American host cities ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In cities like Guadalajara, Seattle, and Dallas, bookings for Airbnb and Vrbo listings are already spiking, months before the tournament begins. Demand is especially strong around early matches featuring Team USA, Mexico, and Canada — with Guadalajara showing a 1,500% increase for Mexico’s opening match. Semifinal host cities like Dallas and Atlanta are also seeing early jumps. AirDNA attributes the trend to fans planning well in advance and expects listings to expand as the tournament nears.

The fact that we’re seeing so many nights booked already — people are planning ahead because of the World Cup.

AirDNA data shows World Cup bookings surging across host cities, with demand up 1,500% in Guadalajara and 300% in Seattle months ahead of the event.

Short-Term Rental Demand Climbing Ahead of World Cup

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Short-Term Rental Demand Climbing Ahead of World Cup