A 24-hour general strike has been called in Spain for Wednesday 11 November 2026, and it also includes the Canary Islands. During the day, the normal operation of some services could be disrupted, particularly those related to transport.
If you are planning to visit the Canary Islands, return to your country or travel between islands that day, we recommend checking the available information and planning your journeys in advance.
How could the strike affect flights?
The strike could cause delays, changes to schedules or cancellations on some domestic and international flights, as well as disruption to certain airport services.
The specific impact will depend on staff participation and the measures in force, but this does not mean that all flights will be affected or that airports will stop operating.
If you have a flight scheduled for 11 November:
- Check the status of your flight directly with your airline, both before travelling and on the day of departure.
- Check the airline’s messages by email, SMS or mobile app.
- Check in online whenever possible.
- Allow extra time to get to the airport and complete security checks.
- Check your connections if your itinerary includes stopovers at other Spanish airports.
- Keep an eye out for communications from your airline by email, SMS or mobile app.
As a general guideline, Aena recommends arriving at the airport at least 2 hours in advance for domestic flights and flights within the Schengen Area, and 3 hours for flights to destinations outside the Schengen Area. These are general recommendations, not specific timings for the strike. Always follow your airline’s instructions.
You can check flight information on Aena.
What about public transport and connections between islands?
During the day, there could be changes to the usual frequencies and schedules of some forms of transport, including buses (locally known as “guaguas”), trams, taxis, transfer services and ferry connections.
If you need to travel to or from an airport or port, or are planning to travel between islands, we recommend checking the schedules with the service provider in advance and allowing extra time.
It is also advisable to confirm transfer services booked through accommodation providers, travel agencies or tour operators.
Will minimum services operate during the strike?
In Spain, the competent authorities may establish minimum services to ensure that certain essential services continue to be provided during a strike.
This means that some services may continue to operate, although their schedules or frequencies may differ from usual.
The specific arrangements for minimum services will depend on official decisions and on each affected sector. As of 6 November, no single timetable for minimum passenger transport services applicable to the whole archipelago had been identified.
We recommend checking communications from transport operators and information published by the competent authorities, including the Government of the Canary Islands.
Could other tourist services change?
The strike could also affect the opening hours or availability of other services, depending on the level of participation in the stoppage at each establishment or company. To check opening hours, it is advisable to confirm in advance any bookings you have made for excursions, activities, restaurants, shops or other services you plan to use.
Recommendations for planning your trip
If you are travelling on 11 November, check your bookings in advance and look out for any changes communicated by operators. Whenever possible, allow extra time for journeys, especially if you need to combine different forms of transport.
Keep your travel documents, booking references and contact details for the companies you have booked with to hand.
If your flight is changed or cancelled, contact the airline directly to find out about the available alternatives and your rights as a passenger.
Updated information
The strike has been confirmed, but any possible transport disruption will depend on participation in the day’s stoppage and on the minimum services that are established.
For information about a specific service, always check the official channels of your airline, transport company or competent authority.
Last updated: 6 November 2026.