Iberia suspende los vuelos a Cuba hasta julio de 2027

Iberia has suspended flights to Cuba until July 2027 due to the country's challenging situation, which has significantly impacted both demand and operational conditions. The airline has stated that flight sales remain open from July 2027, should conditions permit. To accommodate passengers with already issued tickets, Iberia has expanded its flexibility options, allowing for cash refunds, vouchers, or a change of destination to Miami, Panama, Santo Domingo, or Mexico.

Iberia's commitment to Cuba dates back to 1949, when it made its first flight to the island. The company remains determined to revive the operation when the time is right. Currently, only Air Europa maintains flights to Cuba, with weekly services to Havana and a direct route from Havana to Madrid with a stop in Punta Cana for refueling.

Fuel shortages and pressures from Donald Trump on companies maintaining relations with state-owned entities have caused significant disruption to Cuba's international air connectivity, prompting several airlines, including Iberia, to suspend or limit their operations.

Additionally, some Spanish hotel chains, such as Meliá, Iberostar, and Barcelona, have decided to exit Cuba permanently due to U.S. pressures on the island. This follows the financial impact on Meliá, which reported a provision of €79.4 million for ceasing operations in the island, leading to a loss of €7.5 million for the first half of the year.

The board of directors and management team of Meliá have adopted this decision to safeguard the company's interests, financial access to international markets, and future growth opportunities.