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How much do event travel director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for event travel director in the United States is $78,450.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $97,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Event Travel Director vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEvent Travel DirectorEvent Coordinator
Primary RoleOversees travel arrangements and logistics for eventsPlans and executes event details on-site
CredentialsExperience in travel planning, logistics, and event managementOrganizational and communication skills, often with event planning certifications
Work EnvironmentTravel-heavy, coordinating with vendors and clientsOn-site at event locations, coordinating event activities
Industry UsageUsed in corporate, entertainment, and sports events involving travelCommon across all event types, focusing on event execution

The Event Travel Director primarily manages travel logistics and planning for events, often working remotely and coordinating with multiple vendors. In contrast, the Event Coordinator focuses on the on-site execution of event details. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the Event Travel Director's role is more travel and logistics-oriented, while the Event Coordinator handles day-to-day event operations.

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Infographic showing various Event Travel Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,450 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Event Travel Specialist

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

ITA Group Inc
501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about ITA Group Incexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the coordination of air travel for event attendees and internal teams

  • Research, share, and assist with booking and ticketing flights

  • Help resolve travel issues such as delays, changes, and cancellations

Job description

About the Role

If you’re interested in events, travel, and working behind the scenes to bring large-scale experiences to life, this could be a great starting point.

As an Event Travel Specialist, you’ll support the planning and execution of air travel for group events, meetings, and incentive programs. You’ll work closely with experienced team members to coordinate flights, assist travelers, and help ensure everything runs smoothly from planning through event completion.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and highly collaborative role where you’ll learn the ins and outs of group travel, airline logistics, and event operations.

What You’ll Do
  • Support the coordination of air travel for event attendees and internal teams
  • Research and share flight options, pricing, and schedules
  • Assist with booking and ticketing flights 
  • Communicate with participants via email to:
    • Share itineraries
    • Answer travel questions
    • Help with changes or requests
  • Track and help manage program budgets and travel details
  • Partner with internal teams like:
    • Event Managers
    • Travel Directors
    • Accounting teams
  • Help resolve travel issues (delays, changes, cancellations) with guidance from senior team members
  • Learn how to navigate airline systems and internal tools 
  • Assist with after-hours flight monitoring on a rotating basis
What Makes This Role Unique
  • You’ll gain exposure to large-scale events and group travel logistics
  • It’s a mix of detail-oriented work + problem-solving + communication
  • You’ll build a foundation that can lead to careers in:
    • Event Management
    • Travel Operations
    • Client Services
    • Program Management
What We’re Looking For

We’re open to early-career candidates who are excited to learn. You might be a great fit if you:

  • Recently graduated (or have a background) in:
    • Event Management
    • Hospitality
    • Tourism
    • Business or related field
  • Are highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Enjoy working with people and solving problems
  • Are comfortable communicating clearly via email and Teams
  • Like working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  • Are tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems
  • Have a strong sense of accountability and follow-through
Nice to Have (but not required)
  • Internship or part-time experience in events, travel, or hospitality
  • Customer service experience
  • Interest in airlines, travel logistics, or global events


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.