13.7 Million Passengers: Cyprus Wine Tourism

What Cyprus’ Record-Breaking Travel Year Means for Wine Lovers

In 2025, Cyprus reached an extraordinary milestone: 13.7 million passengers passed through Cyprus’ airports, making it the busiest year in the island’s aviation history. A huge moment for Cyprus Hermes Airports and Cyprus Wine Tourism — and an even bigger signal of how strongly the island is reconnecting with the world.

But beyond the impressive numbers lies a deeper story. One about experiences, culture, and discovery — and for us at Wines Unfiltered, one that’s closely tied to Cyprus wine tourism and evolving wine & lifestyle scene.

Cyprus Is More Connected Than Ever

This record-breaking year reflects years of vision, investment, and dedication to positioning Cyprus as a truly global destination. More direct flights, stronger international links, and increased accessibility have transformed how travellers experience the island.

Whether visitors are arriving from the UK, Europe, the Middle East, or further afield, Cyprus is no longer just a summer beach escape — it’s becoming a year-round destination for culture, gastronomy, and experiential travel.

And wine plays a starring role in that story.

What 13.7 Million Travellers Means for Cyprus Wine Tourism

With more travellers than ever setting foot on the island, interest in authentic, local experiences is at an all-time high. Today’s travellers aren’t just looking for sunshine — they want:

Local flavours and stories
Boutique wineries and indigenous grape varieties
Slow travel and meaningful connections
Experiences that go beyond the resort

Cyprus, with its 5,000-year-old wine heritage, is perfectly placed to deliver.

From mountain villages and family-run wineries to modern wine bars and vineyard tastings, the island’s wine culture is quietly becoming one of its most exciting exports.

From Airport Arrival to Vineyard Escape: Cyprus Wine Tourism

Every arrival through Cyprus’ airports is the beginning of a journey — and increasingly, that journey includes wine.

Travellers land curious. They leave inspired.

We’re seeing a growing appetite for:

Guided wine tastings and curated wine tours
Discovering native grapes like Xynisteri, Maratheftiko, and Yiannoudi
Pairing Cypriot wine with local food and storytelling
Exploring wineries tucked into the Troodos foothills

This surge in visitors creates opportunity — not just for tourism, but for small producers, winemakers, and experiential brands.

Why This Moment Matters

Reaching 13.7 million passengers isn’t just a statistic — it’s proof that Cyprus is stepping confidently onto the global stage.

As Cyprus Hermes Airports shared, “Your journeys are part of our story.” And for those of us passionate about wine, food, and culture, that story is only just beginning.

More connections mean:

More wine lovers discovering Cyprus boosting Cyprus wine tourism
More international attention on local producers
More chances to share the island’s authentic wine identity

Wines Unfiltered: Telling the Story Beyond the Numbers

At Wines Unfiltered, we believe wine is best understood through context, people, and place. This record-breaking year isn’t about crowds — it’s about connection.

Every traveller who tastes Cypriot wine, visits a winery, or asks about a local grape becomes part of a bigger narrative: one where Cyprus is recognised not just as a destination, but as an experience worth savouring.

Here’s to new arrivals, new adventures, and many unforgettable glasses raised along the way. 🍷✈️