Discover Airlines, the leisure airline of the Lufthansa Group, has announced its arrival at Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO), which serves the tourist city of Tulum, Mexico. With this, it becomes the first European company to land at this airport.
Starting from the upcoming winter season in the northern hemisphere, the airline will initiate a new route connecting Tulum with Frankfurt, Germany (FRA), from December 12, 2024, through April 2025. This service will offer two weekly flights and will be facilitated by the Airbus A330-300, which can accommodate between 283 and 302 passengers across executive class, premium economy, and economy sections.
Tulum flight programming with Discover Airlines
- Frankfurt – Tulum flight 4Y 12 FRA 16:45 . 22:30 TQO / Thursday.
- Frankfurt – Tulum flight 4Y 12 FRA 10:20 . 16:05 TQO /Sunday.
- Tulum – Frankfurt flight 4Y 13 TQO 00:30 . 16:20 FRA / Thursday.
- Tulum, Frankfurt flight 4Y 13 TQO 18:05 , 09:55 FRA / Sunday.
The first European airline in Tulum
At the recent International Tourism Fair (Fitur) in Madrid, Spain, the Quintana Roo Tourist Promotion Council (CPTQ) announced that it is in discussions to bring airlines from Switzerland, Germany, and Spain to Tulum.
Most of the airlines that had already announced their arrival at the new Mexican airport were American: Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines, jetBlue and Air Canada, connecting with eleven destinations in the United States and Canada with up to 12 flights a day in each direction. Recently, the first flights from Central and South America with Copa Airlines through Panama City were announced.
Reasons why Tulum is seeing record tourism this year
Amid the winter season and prevailing freezing temperatures across most of the United States, Americans are increasingly drawn to the sunny allure of the Mexican Caribbean. This region, celebrated for its pristine beaches, favorable weather, and breathtaking ocean views, is experiencing a surge in popularity. Tulum, in particular, has emerged as the favored destination for U.S. vacationers, surpassing even Cancun in terms of bookings. According to Mexico’s tourism authority, Sectur, Tulum boasts a local occupancy rate of 88%, outperforming Cancun’s 81.4%.
Tulum’s appeal lies in its recognition as one of the best destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, as per TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards. The town offers award-winning service and a diverse tourist experience, hosting top-rated properties like Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya and Secrets Tulum. Additionally, Tulum presents a cost-effective option for the average American traveler, with a week-long hotel stay averaging $1,057, according to Budget Your Trip.
Safety is a paramount concern for visitors, and Tulum addresses this with heightened security measures in downtown areas and major tourist attractions, ensuring a low-risk environment for international travelers. Despite being a Level 2 destination as per the State Department, indicating moderate caution, the presence of round-the-clock patrols and adherence to safety guidelines have made Tulum a secure and appealing choice for U.S. tourists.