Only for millionaires: This is how much money it costs for tickets and travel to watch Canelo in Saudi Arabia
A few lucky individuals will be able to experience the Jalisco native’s fight live in Saudi Arabia.
A few lucky individuals will be able to experience the Jalisco native’s fight live in Saudi Arabia.Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez is getting ready to step back into the ring. The boxer from Jalisco will face William Scull in Saudi Arabia, and given the unprecedented location for a Mexican fighter, the question arises: how much would it cost, on average, to travel to the Middle Eastern country to catch the event live?
To begin with, flights from U.S to Saudi Arabia range from approximately $1,470 to $2,350 USD, depending on the airline, airport, and ticket class.
As for lodging, a four-star hotel in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, charges between $470 and $1,170 USD for a four-night stay.
Ticket prices are also worth noting. While there are no official amounts yet, similar events in the country have sold tickets for about $60 to $470 USD.
Finally, accounting for other basic travel expenses such as food and transportation, you might need an additional $300 to $600 USD, though these costs can vary significantly.
It’s also important to remember that a visa is required to enter Saudi Arabia.
U.S. citizens are required to obtain a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. For tourism purposes, the most convenient option is to apply for a Saudi eVisa online before traveling.This eVisa is valid for one year and allows multiple entries, with each stay lasting up to 90 days .
For some time now, Saudi Arabia has been aiming to make Riyadh the boxing capital of the world, and the upcoming bout between Canelo and Scull is a reflection of that goal. The event takes place this Saturday, May 3, and will begin at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
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