Air Europa faced a significant disruption on Monday as 14 flights were canceled on the first day of the second round of a day-long pilot strike. The cancellations extended over multiple dates, affecting operations on May 22, 23, 25, 26, 29, and 30, as well as June 1 and 2. The unusual pattern of cancellations created a ripple effect across numerous routes and left many travelers adjusting their plans at short notice.
Specifically, the disruptions hit round-trip itineraries on several key routes. Travelers planning services between Madrid and Bilbao, Madrid and La Coruña, Madrid and Palma, and connections to and from Rome, Milan, and Malaga were impacted. The Barcelona–Palma corridor also experienced notable schedule changes, forcing passengers to rethink their travel plans and explore available alternatives. These cancellations illustrate how a localized labor action can ripple through a network that spans major European hubs and popular coastal destinations.
For the remaining days of the strike period, Air Europa reportedly maintained a pattern of about 14 cancellations each day, with certain exceptions. May 30 saw a higher disruption with 18 canceled flights, while June 2 had 12 cancellations. The airline has acknowledged the inconvenience to passengers and outlined steps designed to provide options during this disruption. Passengers affected by the strike were advised to monitor official communications from Air Europa for the latest updates and to consider flexible travel plans where possible. The airline has stated that it regrets the disruption this situation has caused to travelers and thanks customers for their patience during an unusually challenging period for scheduling and operations. [Air Europa statement, May 2025].
Air Europa outlined several options for passengers seeking to manage their itineraries after the cancellations. Affected travelers can modify their travel dates on the same route within 30 days of the original flight date, or switch to another Air Europa-operated destination within three days of the original departure. For those who prefer not to fly on the same route, the airline allows the option of requesting a voucher to be used toward future travel, or applying the ticket value toward a different Air Europa itinerary. The airline emphasized that these alternatives are designed to minimize disruption and provide flexibility during the strike period. Passengers were urged to review their booking details on the official site and to contact customer service for confirmation of eligible options. [Air Europa policy update, May 2025].