Cyprus tourism data shows significant increase in outbound travel for 2025

Data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CySTAT) reveals that 576,394 residents of Cyprus took at least one trip with an overnight stay for personal reasons in 2025, marking a 6% increase compared to 543,526 residents in 2024. While domestic travel experienced a decline, with residents taking trips solely within Cyprus dropping by 4.1% to 157,764, international travel saw a notable surge. The number of residents traveling exclusively abroad rose by 19.8%, totaling 203,102, while those who traveled both within and outside Cyprus increased by 2.9% to 215,528.

Regarding internal tourism, the total volume of trips within the country rose by 14.7%, reaching 1,858,029 in 2025 compared to 1,619,371 in the previous year. The vast majority of these trips (96.1%) were for personal reasons, including recreation, health visits, or pilgrimages. Rented accommodations, such as hotels, hostels, and campsites, served as the primary form of lodging for 57.5% of travelers. These figures suggest that despite concerns over the rising cost of living, Cypriot residents have maintained or expanded their travel activities throughout the year.