Canadian Tourism to Quintana Roo Grows Nearly 12% in 2026 as New Winter Routes Loom

Cancún, Quintana Roo — Canadian tourism to Quintana Roo has grown nearly 12 percent so far in 2026, state Tourism Secretary Bernardo Cueto Riestra said, as the state prepares new flight frequencies and routes from Canada for the winter season.

Canada remains one of the fastest-growing source markets for the Mexican Caribbean, and the state is counting on that momentum to strengthen its air connectivity through the end of the year.

Cueto Riestra said Quintana Roo keeps a near-constant promotional presence in its key markets, with North America at the top of the list. The goal, he said, is to hold travelers’ interest and attract more visitors year-round.

“We have to be present in every market; of course, we have strategic markets like the North American one, where we are promoting ourselves practically every week, and the Canadian market, which has grown a great deal this year — 12 percent.”

New Routes and Frequencies From Canada

Air connectivity is driving Canada’s growing importance to the state. Officials expect several routes to return for the winter season, along with additional frequencies on others.

Cueto Riestra said announcements will roll out over the coming months.

“You will be seeing announcements about frequencies and routes that will be implemented starting in October and November from Canada, so an important season is coming for the Canadian market.”

The state government has also reported new operations returning to Cancún International Airport, including Air Canada’s Calgary–Cancún route and Air Transat’s Fredericton–Cancún service. Flair Airlines will add connections from Edmonton, Montreal and Calgary.

Canada a Strategic Market

Cueto Riestra said Canada responds well to tourism promotion, which is why the Tourism Department stays in close contact with airlines to identify new opportunities and expand air service.

“It is a market that is responding very well, so we are in constant communication with airlines, and there are many plans to keep increasing connectivity from Canada, which makes us very happy.”

Seat availability and restored frequencies will be decisive factors as the state works to recover ground lost during 2026 and keep visitor numbers flowing. Promotion efforts are set to continue in the coming months as Quintana Roo looks to capitalize on Canadian demand and shore up tourism activity into the close of the year.