Goa offers Rs 20 million incentive to boost international charter flights

The state is targeting UK travellers, including remote workers and those seeking workations, with a six-figure financial incentive.

By SafarSamachar Desk5 Nov 2026, 6:52 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Goa is offering a Rs 20 million (£187,000) incentive to encourage international charter flights
2Tui is operating up to four flights a week from Gatwick and Manchester this winter
3Goa is promoting heritage, hinterland villages, wellness, and cultural events
4The state is targeting remote professionals and workation travellers
5Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte stressed the need for improved air connectivity with the UK

Goa announced a Rs 20 million (£187,000) incentive aimed at encouraging international charter flights and improving air links with the UK.

Tui is operating up to four flights a week from Gatwick and Manchester this winter, bringing travellers straight into Goa. The state promotes its heritage sites, hinterland villages, wellness offerings and cultural events to entice longer stays, targeting remote professionals and those seeking workations.

Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte stressed the importance of strengthening air connectivity with the UK.

Goa is also participating in the World Travel Market in London to forge stronger ties with UK travel partners. The state works with airlines, charter operators and international tour operators to enhance connectivity.

Goa Tourism showcases a destination that blends coastal and village settings with wellness and cultural attractions, encouraging visitors to engage with local businesses and communities.

What this means for Indian travellers

If you're a UK-based remote worker or workation traveller, Goa's new incentive may help bring more charter flights to the region. Check with Tui for current flight schedules from Gatwick and Manchester.

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