Tulum, Quintana Roo — In a mere eight months, Tulum International Airport is set to welcome its 700,000th passenger, a milestone that underscores its rapid growth and importance to the region. This achievement, highlighted by Quintana Roo Governor Mara Lezama, is not only a boost for Tulum but also bodes well for nearby destinations like Bacalar, where real estate is becoming increasingly attractive to investors.
Since its opening, the Jungle Airport has far exceeded expectations, processing nearly 670,000 domestic and international travelers. Over 5,000 flights have been managed in this period, enhancing accessibility to Bacalar and increasing its appeal as a prime real estate location.
From December 2023 to July 2024, Tulum Airport successfully handled close to 670,000 passengers across 5,200 flights. This rapid growth is drawing more attention to Bacalar’s real estate market, making it a hotspot for investment.
The airport saw significant surges in passenger numbers during March and July 2024, coinciding with peak travel periods. International arrivals exceeded 5,000 in March, spiked to 53,000 in April, and surged further to over 88,000 in July. These increases are expected to drive more interest in Bacalar, where real estate opportunities are expanding.
Governor Lezama remarked on this rapid growth, stating, “In just four months, the number of national and international passengers has grown sixteenfold. The future looks incredibly bright, as we expect to reach 1.4 million passengers by year’s end.” This booming tourism sector is likely to fuel demand for real estate in Bacalar, positioning the area as a prime investment destination.
General Javier Diego Campillo, Administrator of Tulum International Airport, initially projected 700,000 passengers for the first year. However, with air travel on the rise, the airport now expects to handle between 1.3 and 1.4 million passengers by year’s end. This growing influx of travelers will undoubtedly boost Bacalar’s real estate market, attracting both domestic and international investors.
As Tulum International Airport continues to thrive, the ripple effects on Bacalar’s real estate sector are expected to be significant, making it a key area of interest for savvy investors.