Palma de Mallorca Airport is approaching the final stage of a €560 million terminal modernisation programme, while another €621.6 million has been earmarked for infrastructure investment between 2027 and 2031.
Together, the two programmes represent approximately €1.18 billion in investment in one of Spain’s busiest airports and a key gateway to the Balearic Islands.
The current redevelopment, which began in October 2022, is scheduled for full completion in February 2027.
The next investment phase will follow under Spain’s DORA III airport planning framework, focusing on runways, apron capacity, security technology, firefighting facilities and electrical infrastructure.
€560 million terminal transformation nears completion
The current programme has significantly reorganised Palma Airport’s terminal and passenger flows.
Among the most visible changes are new boarding bridges in Modules A and D. Eight additional jet bridges now allow more passengers to board aircraft directly from the terminal instead of being transported to remote stands by bus.
Two further jet bridges are scheduled to be installed in Module A before the project is completed.
Security screening has also been reorganised around a new central checkpoint on Level 2.
The facility brings together 40 baggage inspection belts and 20 security lanes, consolidating passenger screening into a single area.
Relocating security has also allowed the airport to redesign passenger areas on Level 4, adding new retail and dining facilities while improving access to Modules A, B and D.
Ground transport and inter-island connections redesigned
Changes have also been made outside the terminal.
The arrivals area now includes a central bus station and relocated taxi facilities, while travelators provide easier access to the covered pedestrian connection with the airport’s main multi-storey car park.
Dedicated access and exit routes have also been introduced for rental car operations.
For passengers travelling between the Balearic Islands, Palma Airport has introduced a dedicated access area with its own security lane, separating some inter-island traffic from the main passenger flow.
Remaining work ahead of the February 2027 completion date includes finishing the central connection between terminal levels, resurfacing access roads, installing the final two jet bridges in Module A and opening permanent restaurants on the Level 4 outdoor terrace.
Another €621.6 million planned from 2027
The completion of the current project will be followed by another major investment cycle.
Under the DORA III programme covering 2027-2031, €621.6 million has been allocated for further development at Palma de Mallorca Airport.
Unlike the current terminal-focused redevelopment, the next phase will concentrate more heavily on airfield and operational infrastructure.
Planned works include runway maintenance and resurfacing, additional apron capacity and the gradual replacement of passenger boarding bridges.
Security screening and baggage inspection equipment will also be upgraded with newer-generation systems.
New fire station and electrical infrastructure planned
Operational resilience will form another major part of the next investment programme.
Plans include construction of a new airport rescue and firefighting station as well as a comprehensive upgrade of the airport’s electrical supply network.
The investment will be financed through airport operator Aena’s revenues rather than direct taxpayer funding.
The new programme comes as Palma continues to handle some of the highest passenger volumes in Spain.
In August 2026 alone, Palma de Mallorca Airport handled 4.81 million passengers, making it Aena’s third-busiest Spanish airport during the month behind Madrid-Barajas and Barcelona-El Prat.
With the existing €560 million redevelopment nearing completion and another €621.6 million programme set to follow, Palma Airport is entering a decade-long infrastructure renewal cycle aimed at increasing efficiency and preparing the Balearic gateway for future traffic demand.
