Ryanair announced on September 3, 2025, its decision to cut 1 million passenger seats from its Spanish winter schedule. This move is a direct response to what the airline termed 'excessive airport fees' imposed by the national airport operator, Aena.
The airline's decision follows a previous announcement in January to scrap 800,000 seats on seven regional Spanish routes due to Aena's airport fees. This latest reduction further escalates the dispute between Ryanair and the Spanish airport authority.
This capacity reduction in a key European market highlights Ryanair's disciplined approach to capacity allocation, prioritizing profitability over market presence in regions with rising operational costs. For investors, this signals a potential impact on revenue from Spanish routes and underscores the airline's willingness to withdraw capacity when faced with unfavorable fee structures.
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