Saint-Denis remains top for searches

Saint-Denis de La Réunion maintains its position as the most searched departure city from France in September 2026, despite a 33% drop in searches. This decline is notable compared to other cities, but it still holds the top spot in the Bourse des Vols (BDV) barometer.

Algiers and Bangkok show mixed results

Algiers ranks second with a modest -4% change in searches, while Bangkok shows a 17% increase. Other cities like Marrakech, Oran, and Tunis show positive growth, with Marrakech rising 40%. Palma de Majorque experiences a dramatic 199% increase in searches.

Overseas departments face declines

The overseas departments of France see a decline in search volume, with Pointe-à-Pitre down 37% and Fort-de-France down 14%. Mauritius records the largest drop among the top 10 destinations, with a 56% decrease in searches.

Regional variations in search trends

In Lyon, Algiers sees a 217% jump in searches, while Tunis rises 127% and Marrakech increases 72%. In Marseille, Bangkok sees a 66% increase, along with Nosy Be and Oran, even though Algiers shows a 77% decline in searches from that city.

Strong growth in Bordeaux and Nantes

In Bordeaux, Ajaccio experiences an 825% increase, and Palma de Majorque rises 580%. In Nantes, Tenerife and Bastia show strong growth, with increases of 475% and 464%, respectively. In Nice, searches to Yerevan and Tel-Aviv surge, with Yerevan seeing a 1,400% increase and Tel-Aviv rising 892%.

Holiday travel preferences

For the All Saints' Day holiday, Marrakech is the most searched destination, surpassing Algiers and La Réunion. Casablanca gains 13 places in the rankings, while Bangkok moves up three spots, highlighting the continued interest in long-haul travel.

Packaged travel trends

The packaged products barometer shows France leading in sales of stays with a 36% increase. The Dominican Republic experiences a significant 77% decline, while Italy sees a 19% drop. In circuits, the United States remain first despite a 33% decline, followed by Canada with a 2% increase. Tanzania shows a 30% rise, while Egypt declines by 42%.