# Spanish air connectivity developments

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-air-connectivity-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-30T09:30:21.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Spanish government announced plans to establish a public service obligation (OSP) to guarantee direct flight frequencies between the Canary Islands of La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Minister of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory, Ángel Víctor Torres, stated that the measure aims to address long-standing connectivity demands for these islands.

In response to upcoming travel periods, airlines are expanding capacities in the region. Binter announced an increase in services between the Canary Islands for the All Saints' Day weekend, adding over 4,000 seats to its regular schedule, specifically on routes such as Gran Canaria to La Palma. Additionally, flight capacities are being adjusted in Mallorca to prepare for the winter season.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Airlines expand flight capacities to and from Mallorca and Canary Islands

Airlines are boosting flight capacities in Spain, with Binter expanding Canary Islands services and Mallorca preparing for a winter season with nearly 8 million available seats.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/airlines-expand-flight-capacities-to-and-from-mallorca-and-canary-islands

### 2026-10-23: Spanish Government to declare air service obligation for Canary Islands

Spain will implement a public service obligation for flights connecting La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro to ensure regular direct service.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-government-to-declare-air-service-obligation-for-canary-islands

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