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Severe weather disrupts Palma Airport — what this means for travelers

Why Palma Airport Can Slow Down Fast in Bad Weather

Rain and wind can quickly disrupt Palma Airport because flight schedules leave little room for delays.

Published: April 22, 2026
Severe weather disrupts Palma Airport — what this means for travelers

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Why do Palma Airport delays happen so quickly during bad weather?

Palma Airport is tightly scheduled, so even a short delay can affect several later flights. Rain and wind also slow down baggage handling, refuelling, safety checks and aircraft turnaround times. That is why bad weather in Mallorca can quickly create a chain reaction across the day’s schedule.

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