New Direct Flight to Madrid, Spain
Querétaro, Qro. A direct flight operated by Iberojet between Querétaro, Mexico, and Madrid, Spain, will have an initial fare of 475 euros per segment. The flight’s capacity is 432 passengers per plane, with two weekly frequencies starting operations in October, as announced by the state government.
According to a press release, around 119,000 people travel annually from the Bajío region to Spain, accounting for 11% of the national total.
Key Players and Their Roles
During the flight presentation in Spain, Querétaro’s Secretary of Tourism, Adriana Vega Vázquez Mellado, stated that the route is part of a tourism connectivity strategy targeting the European market.
Juan Carlos González, General Director of Grupo Ávoris, mentioned that the route serves as a direct link between Europe and central Mexico, offering opportunities to promote tourism, strengthen investment, and foster cooperation.
Governor Mauricio Kuri González emphasized that the route positions Querétaro on the global map.
Tourism Promotion
As part of the tour, and to promote the Querétaro-Madrid route, the state’s Tourism Secretary met with 30 tour operators in Madrid.
During the meeting, Querétaro’s unique qualities as a destination for meetings, romance, and its attractions such as the Art, Cheese, and Wine Route, the Seven Magical Towns, and Sierra Gorda were showcased.
Collaboration with Santander Bank
Representatives from Santander Bank and the Querétaro state government signed a collaboration agreement to bolster the international presence of Querétaro-based businesses, provide resources for entrepreneurs, and promote the state.
The Global Connection Agreement was signed during the third day of activities in Spain, where state officials met with Santander’s Global CEO, Héctor Grisi Checa.
The agreement aims to strengthen personnel training in strategic sectors, offering 1,000 scholarships for the Financial Health course across Querétaro and 1,000 more for Corregidora municipality. The course aims to equip entrepreneurs and young people with financial decision-making skills.
The agreement also seeks to facilitate connections between Querétaro businesses and international partners, linking them with global opportunities through Santander’s network. It also enables international work trips for key actors and government bodies to promote Querétaro, as reported by the state government.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the new direct flight’s initial fare? The initial fare for the direct flight between Querétaro and Madrid is 475 euros per segment.
- How many people travel annually from the Bajío region to Spain? Approximately 119,000 people travel annually from the Bajío region to Spain, representing 11% of the national total.
- What is the capacity and frequency of the new flight? The flight has a capacity for 432 passengers per plane and will have two weekly frequencies, starting operations in October.
- What is the purpose of the collaboration agreement with Santander Bank? The agreement aims to strengthen the international presence of Querétaro-based businesses, provide resources for entrepreneurs, and promote the state through training programs and international connections.
