Travel relief: Volotea adds extra 100 flights to Andalucia

Spanish budget airline Volotea will add nearly 100 extra flights between Madrid and Andalucia in response to train service disruptions caused by a fatal accident near Urda on October 28. The temporary flights will operate from November 13 to December 16, providing additional options for passengers while high-speed rail connections remain affected.

Initially, five weekly flights will run between Madrid and Malaga and four between Madrid and Seville, with frequencies increasing to six weekly flights to Malaga and five to Seville from December.

The extra services aim to meet increased demand as passengers seek alternative transportation between Madrid and Andalucia. Volotea's temporary flights will have capped ticket prices, with basic economy fares limited to €75 per journey and tickets including a cabin bag of up to 10kg no more than €99 one-way. These price limits are intended to provide passengers with more predictable fares amid the surge in demand for alternative transport.

Other airlines are also increasing capacity to accommodate affected passengers. Iberia has added 14 extra flights between Madrid, Malaga, and Seville, capping economy fares at €99 each way until November 8 and increasing aircraft size to provide more passenger capacity. Additionally, passengers are exploring alternative ground transportation options, such as Malaga-Madrid trains and coach services, which have been suspended due to the railway suspension.

Passengers are urged to check the latest updates from their respective airlines and rail operators, as schedules and availability may change. Volotea's temporary flights offer another option for travelers needing to reach the Spanish capital and Andalucia's two busiest cities over the coming weeks.