Air Nostrum stops Palma–Andorra route from 2027

Air Nostrum has announced it will cease operating the Palma–Andorra route from January 1, 2027 after not participating in a new government bidding process. The service between Andorra-La Seu d’Urgell and Mallorca/Madrid may be continued by another operator, but the specific company has not yet been confirmed.

What is changing and when

Air Nostrum, which holds a regional flight permit from Iberia, will end its contract with the Andorra government on December 31, 2026. A new bidding process was launched by Andorra’s government to keep connections from Andorra-La Seu d’Urgell to Mallorca and Madrid, and to add Paris as a destination. Air Nostrum chose not to participate in that bidding. After Air Nostrum’s departure, the route between Son Sant Joan (Mallorca) and Andorra will continue under new terms, but it is not yet clear which airline will operate it.

Who is affected

Passengers who rely on the Palma–Andorra service could see changes from 2027, including which airline operates the route and any adjustments to schedules. The decision affects travelers between Andorra and Mallorca, and potentially Madrid, if the new operator consolidates or alters connections. The government’s contract and tender process will determine the exact operator and timetable moving forward.

Practical next steps for travelers

Check for updated flight information from the Andorra–Mallorca route as 2026 ends and in early 2027, since the operating carrier is not yet confirmed. Monitor announcements from Andorra’s government and major airlines regarding the chosen operator and any new schedules. If you have existing bookings or plan to travel, verify with the airline or travel agent about changes, refunds, and alternative routes. Be flexible around Paris as a newly added destination is mentioned in the bidding context.

Limits, questions and context

The source notes that the agreement and the exact operator after Air Nostrum’s exit have not been confirmed. It also mentions concern about past reliability issues, such as cancellations and delays, but provides no new data on performance for the successor arrangement. For readers, this means outcomes depend on the winning bid and the carrier chosen by Andorra’s government, with no final timetable published yet.

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