Chile, United States, Mexico, Canada, Colombia, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Santa Catarina, Paraná, and Rio Grande do Sul are playing a central role in Brazil’s tourism success as international visitor arrivals continue rising for the sixth consecutive month in 2026. Strong regional connectivity, expanding international air services, growing business ties, competitive travel options, and increasing demand for Brazil’s beaches, cultural attractions, natural landscapes, and vibrant cities are sustaining the country’s tourism momentum. Among all international source markets, Chile continues to stand out as one of Brazil’s largest contributors, while growing visitor numbers from North America and Latin America further strengthen Brazil’s position as one of South America’s leading tourism destinations.
Chile Continues Driving Brazil’s International Tourism
Chile remains one of the most valuable international tourism markets for Brazil.
Between January and May 2026, Brazil welcomed 421,354 Chilean visitors, reinforcing the country’s importance despite a relatively moderate 9.0% growth rate. Based on current travel patterns, annual arrivals from Chile are projected to approach 1.1 million visitors during 2026.
Frequent direct flights, relatively short travel times, close business relationships, and convenient travel access continue encouraging year-round tourism between the two neighbouring countries.
Chile’s consistent visitor volume remains one of the strongest foundations supporting Brazil’s inbound tourism industry.
Rio de Janeiro Remains the Favourite Destination
Among Brazilian destinations, Rio de Janeiro continues attracting the highest number of Chilean visitors.
The city welcomed 191,181 travellers from Chile during the first five months of 2026, reflecting continued demand for its internationally recognised beaches, cultural attractions, entertainment districts, sporting heritage, and iconic landmarks.
Rio’s combination of urban experiences and coastal scenery allows visitors to enjoy leisure holidays while also supporting meetings, conferences, and business travel.
The city’s global reputation continues making it one of South America’s most recognised tourism destinations.
Southern Brazil Continues Expanding
Southern Brazil also continues benefiting from strong visitor flows.
Santa Catarina welcomed 128,106 Chilean visitors, while São Paulo received 74,123 arrivals during the same period. Paraná and Rio Grande do Sul further strengthened cross-border tourism through their accessibility, business connections, natural attractions, and cultural experiences.
These destinations collectively demonstrate how Brazil’s tourism growth extends well beyond its most famous beaches, offering visitors mountain landscapes, coastal resorts, gastronomy, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
Regional diversification continues strengthening the country’s tourism resilience.
North American Markets Add Fresh Momentum
Alongside Chile’s sustained performance, the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Colombia continue contributing to Brazil’s expanding international tourism sector.
Improved aviation connectivity, stronger economic relationships, growing leisure demand, and increasing awareness of Brazil’s tourism offerings continue encouraging travel from these important international markets.
Visitors increasingly combine multiple destinations during a single trip, exploring major cities, beaches, rainforest regions, cultural festivals, and business centres throughout the country.
The diversity of Brazil’s tourism products appeals to a wide range of international travellers.
Air Connectivity Supports Tourism Expansion
International aviation remains fundamental to Brazil’s tourism success.
Direct flights linking São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and other Brazilian gateways with cities across South America and North America continue improving accessibility while supporting both leisure and business travel.
Domestic aviation networks further enable visitors to travel efficiently between coastal destinations, metropolitan centres, ecological reserves, and regional attractions.
This integrated transportation system encourages longer stays while increasing visitor spending across multiple states.
Growing airline capacity also supports Brazil’s ambition to strengthen its international tourism market.
Diverse Experiences Continue Attracting Global Visitors
Brazil’s tourism appeal extends across numerous travel segments.
Visitors explore cosmopolitan cities, Atlantic coast beaches, rainforest ecosystems, cultural festivals, historic neighbourhoods, luxury accommodation, sporting events, culinary traditions, and adventure tourism opportunities.
This diversity allows travellers to customise itineraries that combine urban exploration with nature experiences, cultural immersion, and relaxation.
As international travellers increasingly seek destinations offering multiple experiences within a single journey, Brazil continues benefiting from its exceptional geographic and cultural diversity.
Brazil Strengthens Its Position Across South America
With Chile projected to contribute around 1.1 million visitors during 2026 and growing demand continuing from the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Colombia, Brazil remains firmly positioned among South America’s leading tourism destinations. Strong performances across São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Santa Catarina, Paraná, and Rio Grande do Sul demonstrate how diversified visitor experiences, expanding air connectivity, competitive travel options, and sustained regional partnerships continue driving six consecutive months of tourism growth. As international demand remains resilient, Brazil’s combination of culture, business opportunities, beaches, biodiversity, and hospitality continues attracting travellers seeking year-round experiences across one of the world’s most diverse tourism destinations.
