Flights at Palma Airport on the Balearic island of Majorca experienced severe delays on Thursday, July 9, 2026, after a rare, thick fog descended on the area. The dense fog began affecting operations in the early hours of the morning, disrupting travel during the peak summer season.
Air Traffic Controllers Issue Warning
Spain's Air Traffic Controllers warned of "significant delays" due to the adverse weather conditions. Several services had to be rescheduled as a result of the fog, which is uncommon for the region during July.
Passengers flying from and to Palma Airport faced long waits, with the airport advising travelers to check with their airlines for updated flight information. The disruption comes at a time when the airport is handling high volumes of tourists, including many British holidaymakers.
Impact on Travelers
The delays affected both departing and arriving flights, causing a ripple effect across schedules. Airport authorities worked to minimize disruptions, but the fog persisted throughout much of the day, leading to continued delays.
Local media reported that the fog lifted by late afternoon, allowing operations to gradually return to normal. However, residual delays were expected to continue into the evening as airlines worked to rebook affected passengers and clear backlogs.
