Air Nostrum

Air Nostrum is a regional carrier that operates short‑haul domestic and European routes, positioning itself as a regional feeder and point‑to‑point operator rather than a full‑service long‑haul airline. It typically serves smaller airports and short sectors with turboprops and regional jets, offering connectivity to larger carriers through franchise and marketing arrangements. The airline is associated with the Oneworld alliance network through its commercial partnerships, so many passengers use it to connect to broader Oneworld routes and services.

Frequent Flyer - No proprietary program

Air Nostrum does not operate its own proprietary frequent‑flyer program; mileage accrual and elite benefits are handled through the program of the marketing or partner carrier that sold your ticket. Because many flights are sold by larger Spanish or Oneworld carriers, passengers commonly credit miles or points to those carriers’ programs-check your ticketing carrier before assuming accrual. Whether it’s worth crediting to a particular program depends on your existing balances and redemption plans, so verify earning rates and fare‑class eligibility with the marketing carrier.

Where Air Nostrum Flies

From its main bases at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona‑El Prat (BCN) and Valencia (VLC), Air Nostrum focuses on domestic Spanish services and short‑haul regional routes around Europe and the western Mediterranean. It is a point‑to‑point regional operator rather than a long‑haul carrier, feeding larger airlines and connecting smaller cities to major hubs. Many flights are marketed by or operated on behalf of larger partner carriers, extending booking and transfer options through those carriers and their alliance partners.

Hubs

• Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport · BCN
• Valencia Airport · VLC

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

Air Nostrum operates a regional fleet made up of turboprops (ATR and Dash 8 types listed on its fleet) and several series of regional jets including Bombardier CRJ family types and older BAe 146/Avro RJ aircraft. The airline’s equipment is aimed at short‑haul and regional routes rather than long‑haul flying. Cabin layouts are primarily focused on high‑density regional seating; most services operate a single economy cabin, though some larger regional jets used on busier routes can feature a small business or forward‑cabin-check the specific flight for seat maps and amenities.

Aircraft types operated: British Aerospace BAe 146 / Avro RJ, Fokker 50, ATR 42, ATR 72, Bombardier CRJ100, Bombardier CRJ200, Bombardier CRJ900, Bombardier CRJ1000, de Havilland Canada DHC-8-300

Tips for Flying Air Nostrum

• Confirm which airline is the marketing carrier for your ticket, as frequent‑flyer accrual and baggage rules usually follow the marketing carrier rather than the operating carrier.
• Expect most flights to be single‑class regional economy; seat selection or extra legroom seats may carry a fee on some aircraft types.
• Arrive earlier than usual for regional flights at smaller airports because check‑in and bag drop desks can close well before long‑haul carriers.
• On turboprops and older regional jets overhead bin space and carry‑on allowances can be tighter, so pack accordingly and verify cabin baggage limits during booking.