Spain Has 90 Days of Jet Fuel in Reserve — Summer Flights Are Safe, Government Says

90 Days of Fuel — Enough to Cover the Whole Summer

Spain holds approximately 90 days of jet fuel in strategic reserve — a buffer the government says is sufficient to run through the entire summer travel season even if Middle East supply routes were disrupted immediately. The assurance comes as geopolitical tensions in the region have raised concerns about potential disruptions to global fuel supply chains.

Energy Minister Joan Groizard confirmed fuel supplies are "guaranteed" for the summer, framing the government's position as one of "active calm" — acknowledging exposure to potential price shocks, but insisting there is no immediate shortage risk for Spanish aviation.

Airlines Back the Reassurance

Spain's two main carriers have echoed the government's confidence:

• Iberia confirmed all flights will operate normally this summer
• Vueling made a specific consumer-facing commitment: "the price at which you reserve your ticket will be the price at which you fly" — explicitly ruling out fuel surcharges being passed on to passengers with existing bookings

The Middle East Context

The reassurance follows growing concern about the impact of the ongoing Middle East crisis on global energy markets. Spain is heavily dependent on summer tourism — with tens of millions of visitors arriving by air each year — making any disruption to aviation fuel supply a significant economic concern.

The government's message is clear: Spain has planned for this scenario and holidaymakers, whether booking now or with existing reservations, can travel with confidence this summer.

This article is based on reporting from The Olive Press, published May 11, 2026.