Eurowings and the Government of the Balearic Islands have agreed to work together to further position Mallorca as an attractive travel destination beyond the summer months. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Balearic President Marga Prohens and Eurowings CEO Max Kownatzki at the government headquarters in Palma. The goal is to distribute tourism demand more evenly throughout the year and create additional employment opportunities, particularly during the autumn and winter months.
To support this initiative, the airline will expand its presence in Mallorca starting with the 2026/27 winter schedule. For the first time, Eurowings plans to base six aircraft in Palma de Mallorca during a winter season – twice as many as just two years ago. With this growth, Eurowings supports the Balearic Government’s efforts to extend the tourism season and spread economic activity more evenly across the year.
In addition, Eurowings is evaluating the expansion of its technical infrastructure in Palma. In the long term, this could create highly skilled, year-round jobs in aircraft maintenance. For Eurowings, a local maintenance facility would simplify support for its growing fleet. Mallorca, in turn, could benefit from the development of a technology-focused business sector that currently has only a limited presence on the island. President Prohens and CEO Kownatzki also discussed potential cooperation with universities on workforce development and innovation initiatives.
“Eurowings brings not only visitors to the island but also highly qualified jobs,” said Kownatzki. “The goals of the Balearic Government and Eurowings complement one another. Together, we want to create the conditions necessary to establish Mallorca more firmly as a destination for all four seasons.” He added that the island offers a wide range of experiences beyond the classic beach holiday. “Especially outside the peak season, Mallorca attracts athletes, nature enthusiasts, and travelers seeking relaxation thanks to its milder temperatures.”
The expansion plans build on a long-standing partnership. Since opening its Palma base in 2017, Eurowings has continuously expanded its operations and now employs nearly 1,000 people locally. During the summer months, the Lufthansa Group airline connects the island with 26 airports and operates approximately 400 weekly flights, primarily to and from Germany and Austria.
Eurowings’ activities in Mallorca already extend beyond flight operations. Through the establishment of Wings Handling, its ground handling company, the airline has invested in local infrastructure and gained experience in building long-term business operations on the island. This creates shared opportunities for both partners: while the Balearic Government continues to promote Mallorca’s development as an attractive year-round business and tourism destination, Eurowings contributes to this progress through its strong local presence and targeted investments.
