How Much Is a Cheese Pizza at Papa John's?
A Cheese Pizza costs $12.99 to $14.99 at Papa John's in 2026, depending on size: $12.99 for a medium and $14.99 for a large.
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How to Pay Less at Papa John's
- Papa Pairs at $6.99 per item on two or more items undercuts every board price on the menu, including large pizzas.
- The large two-topping carryout deal at $9.99 saves $6 over the board price for the same pizza — never order carryout at menu price.
- Every pizza includes a garlic sauce cup at no charge; extra cups are $0.75 and are the cheapest way to make a cheap pizza better.
- Papa Rewards gives 1 point per dollar with a free large pizza at 75 points, roughly a free pizza per $75 spent — the most generous return of the big pizza chains.
Cheese Pizza Price — FAQ
How much is a Cheese Pizza at Papa John's?
A Cheese Pizza costs $12.99 to $14.99 at Papa John's in 2026, depending on size: $12.99 for a medium and $14.99 for a large. That is the national average menu price, last checked August 21, 2026. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
Is the Cheese Pizza cheaper at other chains?
Yes — Fazoli's (Cheese Pizza (personal), $6.99), Cicis Pizza (Large Cheese Pizza (to go), $9.99) and Domino's Pizza (Large Cheese Pizza (14"), $12.99) sell a comparable item for less than the $12.99 Papa John's charges.
What is cheaper than the Cheese Pizza at Papa John's?
In the same section of the menu: Large 2-Topping (carryout deal) ($9.99).
Why does the Cheese Pizza cost more at my Papa John's?
Most Papa John's restaurants are run by franchisees who set their own prices, so the same item can differ by a dollar or more between neighbouring towns, and airport, stadium and highway locations charge the most. App and loyalty offers are usually cheaper than the menu board.