Cozumel, Q.R. — The San Miguel passenger pier, the main gateway to the island, reported an increase of 5 percent in passenger traffic. In a statement by Cozumel Mayor José Luis Chacón Méndez, the increase is in the number of people traveling between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen during the first five months of 2025 compared to the same period last year.
Chacón Méndez emphasized that these figures are the result of coordinated efforts to strengthen tourism with a vision of shared well-being.
“We continue to promote tourism that brings prosperity for all. The increase in visitor arrivals is good news because it represents more opportunities for our people, more jobs, and more economic activity on the island. Cozumel continues to consolidate itself as an attractive destination with a rich human heritage,” he stated.
According to data from the Quintana Roo Comprehensive Port Authority (APIQROO), between January and May of this year, 1,635,641 passengers used the maritime transportation services from one of the three ferry companies operating the federal route.
In contrast, during the same period in 2024, 1,553,432 people were counted, representing an increase of 82,209 tickets sold.
It is estimated that around 90 percent of passengers are tourists from Riviera Maya, reflecting the strong connection between the two destinations and the growing preference among visitors to explore the island of Cozumel.
The municipal government, together with state and federal authorities, continue working to strengthen the promotion of the island as a destination of excellence.
