Getting to Mallorca
Getting to Mallorca
Getting to Mallorca isn’t difficult, but we recommend booking flights and ground transportation well in advance and giving yourself lots of time to navigate connections and travel logistics.
Our recommendation: book a flight to Spain (Barcelona or Madrid) on your preferred airline and then purchase a separate ticket on a regional European carrier, such as Ryanair, Vueling, or Air Europa, to travel from mainland Spain to Palma (PMI).
While there are some direct flights to Mallorca from New York (United flies direct from LGA and EWR), one-stop itineraries that go through Spain, Germany, or France tend to cost less and offer more flexibility.
We frequent the NYC -> BCN -> PMI route on a combination of Delta and Ryanair, and we’ve never had any problems, but if you’re stressed about flights, reach out. We’d love to help you find an itinerary that works for you!
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What airport should I fly into?
Palma International (PMI) is the only major commercial airport on the island of Mallorca, so all flights will land in Palma. We recommend connecting in Barcelona (BCN) for ease.
Other great connecting airports include Madrid, Paris, and Frankfurt.
How long should I give myself to connect between flights?
More than you think (although this is a “do as Kristen says, not as Kristen does” moment). We recommend giving yourself at least two hours between landing and boarding wherever you’re connecting. Three if you’re checking bags.
If you’re switching airlines in Barcelona, note that you will likely have to change terminals. It’s an easy, free, 10-minute bus ride, but give yourself plenty of time.
How do I get around once I’m in Mallorca?
RENT A CAR. We’re not kidding. Parking can be tricky in Mallorca, but rideshare infrastructure is limited, so you’ll be reliant on taxis and buses if you don’t rent a car.
Pro tip: rent early (like… 6+ months early) to get the smallest car you can and ensure you get an automatic if you’re like us and embarrassingly don’t know how to drive stick.
How far is Soller from the airport?
Soller and Port de Soller are 30-40 minutes from the airport by car. While we recommend renting a car, PMI has plenty of cabs and ubers that can take you to Soller for ~€40.
While there’s not a bus directly to Soller, you can also catch the A1 bus from the airport to central Palma and take the 204 bus to Soller.