Madrid Boosts International Tourism with 1 Million Euros for Air Routes

The Community of Madrid is allocating funds to sponsor direct Iberia flights to the United States and Latin America, aiming to attract high-spending travelers.

Airplane wing with the Community of Madrid logo over urban architecture.
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Airplane wing with the Community of Madrid logo over urban architecture.

The regional government of Madrid has approved an investment of 1,038,180 euros for the year 2026, aimed at sponsoring direct Iberia air routes to the United States and Latin American countries.

This initiative is part of the 2023/26 Tourism Strategy and seeks to strengthen the Madrid brand internationally, enhancing the sector's competitiveness. American markets are considered a priority due to the high spending profile of their travelers, who are attracted by the region's cultural, commercial, and gastronomic offerings.
According to official data, Madrid closed 2025 with a record 9.1 million international tourists. Visitors from the United States accounted for 12.6% of the total, generating 3,332 million euros in spending. The rest of the American continent contributed 29.2% of arrivals and nearly 39% of the total tourism expenditure, amounting to 6,930 million euros.
The collaboration with Iberia will include significant advertising presence on the aircraft, in-flight magazines, and the airline's digital channels. Additionally, the airline will act as a strategic partner in promotional 'roadshows' and events in American capitals.

"The Madrid Executive highlights the Spanish airline's enormous commercial reach, registering over 9 million monthly website visits and exceeding 3.3 million followers on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, making it a highly relevant showcase to attract potential high-net-worth clients."

The Madrid Executive