Weather Chaos at Palma Airport: Travelers Should Expect Delays

Weather Causes Air Traffic Congestion: Situation at Palma Airport

On Tuesday morning, Palma Airport was marked by noticeable hustle: dark clouds, heavy rain, and thunder at intervals. The electronic boards more often showed "Delayed" instead of the familiar departure times. Travelers from Terminals A and B reported longer security lines and crowded cafés – a bit like a stormy holiday day, only without sun.

Which Flights Are Affected?

Mostly several connections to Germany and the United Kingdom are affected. Passengers reported delayed Eurowings flights to Düsseldorf and Salzburg, and aircraft bound for Münster and Munich were expected to depart later than planned. Many affected anticipated delays of roughly one hour to ninety minutes. Numerous arrivals, including flights from Dortmund, landed later than originally announced.

Good to know: as of now there are no official reports of cancelled connections. A glimmer of hope for everyone who needs to continue their journey – but with more time and a bit of patience.

What Does This Mean for Travelers?

If you are still heading to the airport today: plan considerably more time, check your flight status on the AENA website or the app of the respective airline, and expect waiting times at the gate. The weather alerts for the island warned of thunderstorms and heavy rain (Yellow alert) in large parts of Mallorca until 2:00 PM, which is likely to further affect operations.

On-site, a staff member in the departure area told me that ground crews are giving their all to keep delays as short as possible. Still, heavy rain and the risk of lightning cause changed procedures for takeoff and landing clearances – safety comes before speed.

Short Tips from Locals

If you arrive on the island: stay calm, collect your luggage calmly, and call your transfer driver if needed. And those leaving today: better to head to the airport early, plan for an extra coffee, and keep the destination flexible. By evening, according to the forecast, the situation should ease – but reliable times will only be available once the weather subsides.

Conclusion: Unpleasant but manageable. Those who stay informed and build in buffers generally still reach their destination.