2026 Holy Week: Ticket prices drop and transport will move nearly 4 million passengers
Portafolio Journalist 03.27.2026 14:23 Updated: 03.27.2026 14:23
TL;DR
- Travelers are increasingly choosing urban destinations for Holy Week 2026, prioritizing optimized short stays.
- International bookings favor cities like Rome, Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires for their cultural and gastronomic offerings.
- Domestic urban destinations such as Medellín, Cali, and Bogotá are gaining traction with international tourists.
- Airfare prices have decreased by 23% on average for Holy Week 2026 compared to the previous year, driven by favorable exchange rates and increased competition.
- Ground transportation expects to move around 4 million passengers nationwide, with destinations like Popayán and Buga, known for religious tourism, anticipating high traffic.
- Travel agencies report mixed sales expectations, with a significant portion anticipating stable sales, followed closely by those expecting increases and decreases.
- Despite current price drops, potential increases in fuel costs could affect air ticket prices in the near future.