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Fog disruption in Badajoz: Why returnees get stranded on New Year's Eve

Why fog can disrupt flights to Mallorca so quickly

Fog can force cancellations to Palma, especially when airports have limited backup capacity and few quick rebooking options.

Published: April 22, 2026
Fog disruption in Badajoz: Why returnees get stranded on New Year's Eve

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Why do flights to Mallorca get cancelled so easily when there is fog?

Fog can reduce visibility enough to make takeoffs and landings unsafe, especially at smaller regional airports with fewer backup options. When a flight to Palma is cancelled, there may be limited spare aircraft or alternative connections available, which makes recovery slower than at a major hub.

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