A major renovation project at a bustling European airport will lead to a temporary closure lasting nearly a week. Spain’s Almeria Airport is set to shut down for six days in February 2028 to facilitate upgrades to its runway, resulting in the cancellation of all scheduled flights during this period. This initiative will represent the first significant maintenance work on the runway in two decades.
Located approximately a 15-minute drive from Almeria city center in Spain’s Andalusia region, the airport serves around 800,000 passengers annually, with British travelers accounting for a significant portion, estimated between 55 to 70 percent of total passengers.
The runway refurbishment forms part of a broader 19-month endeavor aimed at enhancing the entire airport infrastructure at a cost of €29 million (£24.8 million). Construction activities will primarily occur during nighttime between 10:45 pm and 7:10 am the following day, impacting flights operating within these hours.
Aena, the operator of Spain’s airports, has informed airlines operating at Almeria Airport, such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Iberia, about the impending closure. Consequently, these carriers will need to rearrange flight schedules or redirect routes to alternative airports. Notable UK destinations served by flights from Almeria Airport include Birmingham, London Southend, Liverpool, Manchester, Bristol, and Leeds Bradford.
Additionally, the comprehensive project encompasses enhancements to taxiways, replacement of over 600 lights, and installation of 34 new directional signs.