Travel: John Lennon – Mérignac to Palma de Mallorca

Monday 19 April 1971 | Travel, John Lennon

On 19 April 1971, John Lennon and Yoko Ono travelled from Mérignac Airport in Bordeaux, France, to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, beginning a series of journeys linked to their efforts to locate and regain custody of Ono’s daughter, Kyoko.

The couple had last seen Kyoko in August 1970, and had received information suggesting that she was living on the island of Mallorca with her father, Tony Cox, and his wife Melinda.

This trip marked the first of several visits to Mallorca over the following weeks, as Lennon and Ono pursued legal avenues and investigated leads regarding Kyoko’s whereabouts.

Upon arrival in Palma, they met with local lawyer Cesar Lozano, as well as a representative from the British Consulate, in order to explore possible legal actions.

Accompanying Lennon and Ono on the journey was their assistant Dan Richter, who had been closely involved in their personal and professional affairs during this period.

✈️ Travel Details

• Departure: Mérignac Airport, Bordeaux, France
• Arrival: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
• Travellers: John Lennon, Yoko Ono
• Companion: Dan Richter
• Purpose: Search for Kyoko Ono Cox

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❓ FAQ

Why did John Lennon travel to Mallorca in 1971?

He travelled with Yoko Ono in an attempt to locate her daughter Kyoko and pursue custody.

Who was Kyoko?

Kyoko Ono Cox was Yoko Ono’s daughter from her previous marriage to Tony Cox.

Did Lennon and Ono meet anyone upon arrival?

Yes, they met a local lawyer and a representative from the British Consulate.

Was this their only trip to Mallorca?

No, it was the first of several visits over the following weeks.