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Ryanair returns to Friedrichshafen — a positive sign, but how lasting is it?

What New Routes Mean for Son Sant Joan Airport in Palma

New routes usually bring more passengers to Son Sant Joan, but the long-term effect is less certain.

Published: April 23, 2026
Ryanair returns to Friedrichshafen — a positive sign, but how lasting is it?

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Does Son Sant Joan airport in Mallorca get busier when new routes are added?

Usually, yes — more flights mean more passengers passing through Son Sant Joan in Palma. But extra traffic does not always translate into stronger tourism benefits for the island, because many arrivals are short-stay visitors or package tourists. The real impact depends on how the route performs over time.

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