The eight airports in the Canary archipelago will handle 837 flights this Christmas Day—43 more than in 2024—according to figures released by Aena’s Canary Islands office. Gran Canaria tops the chart with 268 movements, followed by Tenerife Norte (178) and Tenerife Sur (129).
The extra capacity underlines the islands’ growing year-round appeal for both tourism and remote-work stays. Hoteliers report average occupancy of 82 % in the south of Tenerife, while coworking operators in Las Palmas say December desk bookings are 30 % higher than last year thanks to digital-nomad inflows.
Inter-island connectivity also benefits: Binter Canarias added 18 round-trips using ATR-72s to accommodate family visits and same-day business hops. Cargo belly-space is tight, however, prompting exporters of fresh produce to secure slots weeks in advance.
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For global-mobility teams relocating staff to energy or telecom projects across the islands, the schedule offers flexibility but highlights the need to book inter-island segments early when projects coincide with holiday peaks. Employers should also remind travellers that Christmas-Day public transport on the smaller islands runs a Sunday timetable, and taxi demand can exceed supply.
The Canaries’ numbers feed into Aena’s national projection of 101,793 flights for the holiday window, reinforcing Spain’s position as Europe’s most dynamic winter aviation market.
The extra capacity underlines the islands’ growing year-round appeal for both tourism and remote-work stays. Hoteliers report average occupancy of 82 % in the south of Tenerife, while coworking operators in Las Palmas say December desk bookings are 30 % higher than last year thanks to digital-nomad inflows.
Inter-island connectivity also benefits: Binter Canarias added 18 round-trips using ATR-72s to accommodate family visits and same-day business hops. Cargo belly-space is tight, however, prompting exporters of fresh produce to secure slots weeks in advance.
Whether you’re a holidaymaker chasing winter sun or a professional relocating for a short-term project, securing the correct travel documentation is crucial. VisaHQ simplifies Spanish visa formalities with an easy online application process, real-time status updates, and dedicated support—start the process in minutes at https://www.visahq.com/spain/.
For global-mobility teams relocating staff to energy or telecom projects across the islands, the schedule offers flexibility but highlights the need to book inter-island segments early when projects coincide with holiday peaks. Employers should also remind travellers that Christmas-Day public transport on the smaller islands runs a Sunday timetable, and taxi demand can exceed supply.
The Canaries’ numbers feed into Aena’s national projection of 101,793 flights for the holiday window, reinforcing Spain’s position as Europe’s most dynamic winter aviation market.
