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Tulum Airport: Impact, Numbers and New Destinations in its First Year<\/p>"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Tulum Airport, the figures and new connected destinations, in its first year after its inauguration, the infrastructure causing a positive impact on the Riviera Maya<\/span>. Since the opening of the Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport in Tulum, the Riviera Maya has undergone significant changes in several sectors. Although the airport has only been operational for a year, the effects on the local economy, tourism and infrastructure in the region can already be seen.

On November 3, 2024, the Felipe Carrillo Puerto de Tulum International Airport received its one million passenger number, surpassing the initial forecasts that estimated 700,000 passengers for the first year of operation. This achievement was achieved through more than 7,790 air operations. As of November 21, 2024, the airport had already registered more than 1,074,000 passengers and 8,500 air operations, consolidating itself as the second busiest airport in the state of Quintana Roo.<\/p>

With an average monthly growth of 13.1%, Tulum Airport continues to strengthen its connectivity, operating with 11 airlines that connect 15 national and international destinations, including Mexico, the United States, Canada, South America and Europe.<\/p>

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An engine of economic growth for the region<\/h2>

The Felipe Carrillo Airport has had an immediate impact on the local economy of the Riviera Maya. According to an article by Forbes<\/a> Mexico, the arrival of this new infrastructure has generated a significant increase in economic activity in the tourism, hospitality and services sectors. Increased accessibility has attracted more international tourists, mainly from North America and Europe, which has allowed local businesses to experience a significant increase in the number of customers.<\/p>

In addition, the airport has generated thousands of direct and indirect jobs in areas such as transport, airport administration and commerce. Transport services and tourism activities have also benefited from increased tourist arrivals, allowing small local businesses such as restaurants and travel agencies to experience sustained growth.<\/p>

Destinations with direct flights to Tulum<\/h2>

One of the biggest changes that has caused the airport of Felipe Carrillo Puerto is the ease of access to the region. Tulum, which was previously relatively remote from major air hubs such as Cancun, now has direct connections to major cities in North America and Europe. This not only facilitates the arrival of tourists, but also attracts international investors aware of the potential of the region.<\/p>

Cities that currently have direct flights with Tulum include:<\/p>

Domestic destinations:<\/strong><\/p>