The front cover shows Harry flying underneath an arch and between two columns. The lettering in the title looks as if it has been carved in stone. Harry's name is stylized and the letter 'P' looks like a lightning bolt. His left hand is extended to catch the Snitch. Hogwarts sits to the right. Fluffy is hidden in the castle design. A unicorn darts to the left. Harry keeps his eyes on the Snitch, flying on his broomstick. He has jeans on, sneakers and a striped rugby shirt and looks like a normal schoolboy, but he is accentuated by his scarlet cape.
The sky is purple and the steps of Hogwarts end at a grassy field that is bordered by evergreens.