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Summer thunderstorm brings Palma Airport to a halt — Nearly 100 delays and what it means for travelers

Why summer thunderstorms can disrupt Palma Airport

Thunderstorms can slow Palma Airport operations and cause knock-on delays, especially when other hubs are also affected.

Published: April 22, 2026
Summer thunderstorm brings Palma Airport to a halt — Nearly 100 delays and what it means for travelers

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Why do summer thunderstorms delay flights at Palma Airport?

Summer thunderstorms can slow down ground handling, reduce visibility and disrupt air traffic control flow around Palma. When weather restrictions also affect major hubs like Barcelona, the delays can spread quickly to Mallorca flights and create further knock-on effects.

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