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High Air Travel Costs Impact Azores Tourism

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Increased air accessibility is considered for the Azores tourism business and regional movement. Sixteen airlines are currently scheduled to operate flights to the archipelago for the summer season through 2026. The source noted that travel to the Azores remains expensive compared to continental destinations. This level of connectivity is described as essential for resident mobility and the tourism business in the Azores. The source confirmed 16 airlines are operating to the Azores for the summer 2026 season, though travel costs remain high for residents and tourists. Travelers face high costs when flying to the Azores via SATA and TAP airlines. Local stakeholders are requesting that both companies increase flight frequencies to improve competitiveness. The request aims to address high ticket prices without compromising the business sustainability of the airlines.

Increased air accessibility is considered for the Azores tourism business and regional movement. Sixteen airlines are currently scheduled to operate flights to the archipelago for the summer season through 2026. The source noted that travel to the Azores remains expensive compared to continental destinations. This level of connectivity is described as essential for resident mobility and the tourism business in the Azores. The source confirmed 16 airlines are operating to the Azores for the summer 2026 season, though travel costs remain high for residents and tourists. Travelers face high costs when flying to the Azores via SATA and TAP airlines. Local stakeholders are requesting that both companies increase flight frequencies to improve competitiveness. The request aims to address high ticket prices without compromising the business sustainability of the airlines. The current flight availability is considered insufficient to meet demand.

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Sources · 7 independent

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“para o negócio turístico e portanto para a deslocação do turismo. E portanto, para nós é muito importante essa acessibilidade aérea.”

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“dezesseis companhias aéreas a fazer agora para o verão e ata 2020. e sobretudo esta saída da Rainer que terá um impacto de certeza enorme no turismo.”

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“Só o custo dos... a acessibilidade aérea. Tanto para a mobilidade de residentes, em tarilhas e do exterior dos assores, como também para o negócio turístico”

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“Nós temos hoje dezesseis companhias aéreas a fazer agora para o verão e ata 2026”

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“Só o custo dos... ligação continente português para os assurs através da SATA e da TAP. E portanto o que pedimos é que uma e outra companheia possam reforçar os seus vus.”

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