New Eurowings Seats Raise Comfort Even on Flights to Mallorca

New Eurowings Seats Raise Comfort Even on Flights to Mallorca

For now a matter of luck rather than a booking option – and a small comfort boost for the island

On a rain‑soaked December morning in Palma, with rain tapping quietly on the pavement at Passeig Mallorca and the smell of fresh coffee coming from a café in Santa Catalina, we receive the news: Eurowings has fitted parts of an A320neo aircraft with new, wider seats that are now occasionally used on routes from several German airports to the island.

Not surprisingly, the seats are not available as a separate purchasable product. The airline is deploying the aircraft gradually on routes including Palma and airports such as Düsseldorf, Cologne/Bonn, Hamburg and Stuttgart, and even new regional links like Direct from Erfurt to Palma: Mini-jet links Thuringia with Mallorca in summer 2026. That means you might get lucky and, as a standard economy passenger, enjoy the upgrade without paying extra.

Technically the changes sound simple, but they are noticeable in everyday travel: the seats are wider and softer than conventional economy cushions. There is a plastic foot section that can be extended to support the legs more comfortably. These seats are installed in a 2x2 formation instead of the usual 3x3 layout.

The description may sound familiar: a sister aircraft with the same seat type is already in service on long‑haul routes, for example on Berlin–Dubai flights. For a recent example of a new aircraft bringing more legroom see A350 "Lausanne" in Palma: More legroom — but new questions for the island.

What does this mean for Mallorca? In short: better options for travel comfort, even in the low season. For guests arriving right now, it can be a pleasant stroke of luck – especially when drizzle hits the terminal windows outside and you are looking forward to a relaxed return to your holiday apartment. Any small comfort improvement is welcome for the island economy: satisfied passengers are more likely to stay longer, spend money in restaurants and shops, and recommend the destination; recent network expansions illustrate that trend, for example More Flights from BER: Eurowings Expands Capacity to Mallorca — A Win for the Island.

If you want to increase your chances of getting one of these seats, consider this advice: check in early, politely ask at the gate, and look for more comfortable rows when choosing seats in the online check‑in. Much remains a matter of luck as long as the seats are not sold separately.

A small everyday scene: on the short walk from the car park to the terminal I hear suitcases rolling, an older gentleman adjusts his cap and laughs as a child pulls a shell out of a handbag. Such scenes do not change because of new seats, but a slightly better seat makes the journey more pleasant — and you notice it when you descend the steps tired after landing. For a view on how Düsseldorf connections are shaping passenger experience, see Between Leather Seats and the Open Road: What Düsseldorf's Jet Connection Really Means for Mallorca.

Looking ahead: if the tests are positive, it is conceivable that Eurowings will formalize the offering – whether as an affordable paid upgrade, as a benefit for frequent flyers, or as a new fare segment. Until then, it remains a welcome surprise for many guests on flights to Palma.

The message for travelers to Mallorca is simple: comfort arrives in small packages. An adjustable footrest, more width and softer padding can make a short journey noticeably more comfortable. And if you arrive at the airport soon: enjoy your coffee, keep an eye on the displays – and keep your fingers crossed for the extra legroom.