Canary Islands expands tourism reach and flight connectivity in Canada

The Canary Islands is actively promoting its winter tourism offerings and expanding air connectivity in Canada. During presentations in Montreal and Toronto, officials highlighted new flight routes involving Air Canada and Air Transat. These connections will link Toronto and Montreal with Tenerife South and Gran Canaria, utilizing Airbus A321LR aircraft to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Canadian tourists represent a high-value segment for the archipelago, staying an average of 15 days—significantly longer than the 9.2-day average for other visitors. Key attractions for this demographic include landscapes, the natural environment, and gastronomy. Additionally, 45% of Canadian travelers report net incomes exceeding 75,000 euros.

In the broader European context, the Canary Islands maintains a solid tourism position despite competition. While the islands saw a slight decrease in international tourists during the first half of 2026 compared to 2025, July showed a 2.7% year-on-year growth. Competitors such as Greece and Morocco are being closely monitored due to their significant growth in international arrivals.