This 2024, with a few days of delay due to the scheduling of slot logistics, one of the most popular flights from the south of Gran Canaria has started operating: the one that brings tourists to Maspalomas from Exeter with TUI. The first TUI flight to Gran Canaria this season will be every Monday until April 21, 2025. Summer vacations for 2026 go on sale on October 17.
Weekly winter flights from Exeter to Gran Canaria are starting this Monday in October. TUI is the largest operator at Exeter Airport by destination with a total of 12 routes and has already announced an additional 15.000 seats for next year, with 20 weekly flights to five regions. Exeter Airport Managing Director Stephen Wiltshire said Gran Canaria is very popular for winter breaks and the start of TUI services to Gran Canaria means there is even more choice for passengers from Exeter.
The number of tourists coming from Exeter to Gran Canaria between 2019 and 2023 is not specifically broken down. However, a general trend of British visitors can be observed, with the UK being one of the most important markets for tourism to the Canary Islands. In 2019, Gran Canaria received approximately 814.000 British tourists, and this number has fluctuated due to various factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
