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Sunderland AFC Season Tickets: The Definitive Guide
Sunderland have rocketed back to the Premier League and are here to stay. The Stadium of Light has become the place to be, so it’s no surprise that a lot of Black Cats fans are looking into getting Sunderland AFC season tickets.
In this in-depth guide to Sunderland season tickets we’ll look into the changing prices down the years and how the waiting list works.
We’ll also lay out all of the perks of general admission season tickets, and what they mean to Mackems.
Let’s kick things off with a deep dive into the cost.
No Waiting: Just Tickets
How Much Does a Sunderland Season Ticket Cost?
In 2025/26 the price of an adult season ticket for Sunderland AFC ranges from $772 to $1,020.
The cheapest tickets are behind the goals in the Carling Stand and Roker End, as well as in the corners of the Stadium of Light.
Meanwhile the most expensive Sunderland season tickets are on the halfway line in the East Stand and Jimmy Montgomery Stand.
We’ll break down the pricing in more detail in the table below, including for the various age categories at the Stadium of Light.
| Ticket Tier | 2021/22 Price | 2025/26 Inflation-Adjusted Price | Actual 2025/26 Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest (General Admission) | $445 | $553 | $772 |
| Highest (General Admission) | $576 | $717 | $1,020 |
Up against the price of other Premier League ticket prices, the cost of a Sunderland AFC season ticket represents good value.
Still, compared to the season before, the low price of an adult season ticket has jumped 34%, while there has been a 32% increase for the most expensive SAFC season tickets.
How Has the Price of a Sunderland Season Ticket Changed?
In the table below we’ll show how the price of an adult general admission season ticket for Sunderland has changed over the last five years.
| Season | Division | Lowest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021/22 | League One | $445 | $576 |
| 2022/23 | Championship | $438 | $652 |
| 2023/24 | Championship | $549 | $772 |
| 2024/25 | Championship | $576 | $772 |
| 2025/26 | Premier League | $772 | $1,020 |
There have been a few price hikes for Stadium of Light tickets in recent years. However, it pays to remember that the club was playing League One football as recently as 2021/22.
Now, what would the price of a Sunderland season ticket be if the increases since 2021 had simply tracked inflation? Well, the answer is quite a lot cheaper than right now, as we’ll show in the table below.
If the price had simply tracked the Consumer Price Index (CPI), a Sunderland season ticket would cost between $553 and $717, instead of from $772 and $1,020, which are the actual prices.
If that difference seems dramatic, again you have to remember the amazing rise in the club’s status.
It’s only natural that a club should charge significantly more for a ticket to Premier League football than one for a League One team.
Price of Sunderland Season Tickets Adjusted for Inflation: 2021/22 to 2025/26
Below we’ll talk about the SAFC season ticket waiting list.
How Long is the Sunderland Season Ticket Waiting List?
The short answer is that the Sunderland season ticket waiting list is officially closed.
To explain. The club may open a temporary waiting list every season once season tickets have sold out, usually around June. So this isn’t a rolling, multi-year queue that you get with many Premier League season ticket waiting lists.
Fans can join this list to be first in line for a ticket in case of sudden availability early in the new season.
In 2025/26 the club opened a waiting list in June and then closed it in September when it became clear that the number of fans on the list far outweighed the scant availability of extra tickets.
Next we’ll discover exactly what a Sunderland AFC season ticket gives you, in addition to a seat at 19 Premier League home matches.
What Are the Benefits of Sunderland AFC Season Tickets?
A Sunderland AFC season ticket for the 2025/26 season includes a range of benefits in addition to your spot for every home league fixture.
As we’ll explain, these benefits bring extra value both on matchdays and throughout the season:
Retail and Partner Offers
- Access to exclusive discount periods at the SAFC Store, including online for the first time
- Priority in-store access to new replica kits even before they’ve been released to the public
- Offers and discounted tickets from selected partners, including Durham County Cricket Club
- Discounted SAFC Women season tickets, along with two complimentary Sunderland AFC Women’s match tickets per season
Fixture Access and Ticketing
- Priority access to tickets for away matches and high-demand fixtures
- Free access to all Sunderland Under-21 home league matches (subject to availability)
Ticket Flexibility
- Ability to transfer season tickets to friends or family members if unable to attend
- Option to upgrade concession tickets to full adult tickets
- Access to hospitality upgrades at discounted rates for selected fixtures
Additional Club Access
- Priority access to concerts held at the Stadium of Light (subject to approval by the event promoter)
- Early access and discounts for club events, including open training sessions, “beam backs”, stadium tours and kit launch events
- Invitations to a range of other exclusive season ticket holder events
In the next section we’ll take a brief look at what to expect from each stand at the Stadium of Light.
Sunderland Season Tickets: Stand by Stand Guide
East Stand
Great views and clear sightlines, especially near the halfway line. Quieter atmosphere, ideal for focussing on the game, but with a larger spread of medium-priced season tickets than the Jimmy Montgomery Stand opposite.
Roker End (South Stand)
The noisiest stand, home to the club’s singing section and safe standing. Best for Black Cats fans who want their SAFC season ticket among dyed-in-the-wool Mackems.
Jimmy Montgomery Stand (West Stand)
Main stand, with season tickets that are by the stadium’s family area as well as premium hospitality seats. Calmer, child-friendly environment with less crowd noise.
Carling Stand (North Stand)
Spiced up by the away section at the top of the stand. Safe standing and proximity to the family-friendly Fan Zone (Beacon of Light building) making it ideal for a wider range of fans.
We talk about the ground’s various stands in more depth in our guide to the Stadium of Light seating plan.
Sunderland Season Ticket Guide | Frequently Asked Questions
How many Sunderland season ticket holders are there?
There are 38,000 season ticket holders at Sunderland AFC. This was the total sold at the Stadium of Light ahead of the 2025/26 season and is about 78% of the stadium capacity.
This is also the maximum number of season ticket holders that the club can fit into the Stadium of Light.
All Premier League clubs must make 5% of their stadium capacity available for match-to-match general admission ticket sales, while premium/hospitality seats and away fans make up the rest of the capacity at the Stadium of Light.
Can I spread the cost of a Sunderland season ticket?
Yes, it is possible to use a payment plan to spread the cost of a Sunderland AFC season ticket. You can do this by making a 25% deposit and then spreading the cost across two months (usually July and August).
How to share a Sunderland season ticket?
You can forward your season ticket to someone else using the ticket forwarding feature via the club's ticketing portal. This service is available from 7 days before the fixture. Here's what you need to know:
- Supporter ID required: The recipient must have a Sunderland AFC Supporter ID and be in your Friends & Family list.
- One ticket per ID: Each forwarded ticket must be assigned to a unique Supporter ID and processed individually.
- Price types matter: You cannot downgrade from an adult ticket online. If sharing with someone eligible for a lower-priced ticket, still select the adult price type to proceed.
- Age upgrades: If forwarding to someone in a higher-priced age band, you’ll be prompted to pay the difference.
- Forwarding others' tickets: If you manage tickets for others (e.g. family), you can forward theirs too from your account.
Note that the process is irreversible, so once a ticket is forwarded for a match, it can’t be ‘unfowarded’.
Can I resell my Sunderland season ticket?
Yes, if you can’t attend a home match at Stadium of Light, you can relist a general admission season ticket on the club’s official Ticket Resale platform.
Resale opens once the game is sold out and typically gets activated around two weeks before a match.
Tickets are sold at full adult price only. If your seat sells, you’ll receive credit worth 1/19th of your season ticket, processed within five working days.
Credit can be used for renewals, SAFC Women and U21 matches, and selected club events. Unfortunately, you can’t use credit on retail or away games.
You can cancel your listing at any time before it sells. If it doesn’t sell, your season ticket remains valid for the match.
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Final Thoughts: Sunderland Season Ticket Guide
That brings our detailed guide to Sunderland AFC season tickets to a close. With the club back in the Premier League, demand for SAFC season tickets has sky-rocketed, even if they’re more expensive than ever.
If you want one, you may have to join thousands of other Mackems on the waiting list after the renewal period in spring/summer, but there are no guarantees.
As we mentioned earlier, only 5% of the Stadium of Light’s 48,707 capacity, so 2435 seats, go on sale on a match-by-match basis. Considering the massive demand for Sunderland tickets this is a tiny number.
So it’s no surprise that it’s so difficult to get a spot at the Stadium of Light. The good news is you can find tickets for Sunderland on price comparison sites like Ticket-Compare.com.
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