Iberia Keeps Madrid–Havana Flights Grounded Until July 2027
Iberia has extended the suspension of its Madrid–Havana route through 30 June 2027, putting seats back on sale only from July. Passengers are being offered refunds, vouchers or rebookings through Panama, Miami, Santo Domingo and Mexico City. The post Iberia Keeps Madrid–Havana Flights Grounded Until July 2027 appeared first on The Rio Times .
Iberia, Spain's flag carrier, has extended the suspension of its Madrid–Havana flights until July 2027. The airline confirmed on August 19, 2026, that the suspension will run through June 30, 2027. Seats for flights starting July 2027 will be available, but it is not guaranteed that they will resume service. The airline's decision to suspend the flights was due to the situation in Cuba, which affected both demand and Iberia's ability to operate.
The fuel problem started earlier, with Iberia stopping refueling in Havana from February 2026 and adding a technical stop in Santo Domingo. The situation in Cuba has resulted in a significant drop in international visitors, with only 704 Spanish arrivals in June 2026, down from roughly 30,500 in previous months. The only direct link left to Cuba is Air Europa, which operates the route three times a week and refuels in the Dominican Republic.
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