Getting to the Balearic Islands by Air

General Information

All the islands except Formentera have an airport. With 29 million passengers per year, the one in Palma de Mallorca is by far the most important (as well as the third in Spain), ahead of Ibiza with nearly 6 million.

Types of Flights

Charters, Scheduled, and Low-Cost Flights

Unsurprisingly, given the archipelago's intense tourist activity, charters and other seasonal flights make up the vast majority of flights, along with—given the times—the usual range of low-cost airlines, all of which are present here.

Promotions and Special Offers

As with any charter or low-cost tourist destination, promotions and special offers are numerous and regular in the Balearic Islands. They can be found through airlines or tour operators, sometimes even including other services alongside airfare.

From France

From Paris

From the Regions

Choosing the Best Option

Beyond prioritizing direct flights, to find the best prices, it makes sense to avoid the summer months and peak travel dates. It’s also a good idea to hunt for promotions, which are plentiful for this destination. Since not all seasonal flights appear on search engines, it may be worth checking the websites and offers of specialized tour operators. The same goes for low-cost tickets, which should be checked directly with the airlines.

It’s also worth noting that, as a tourist destination, the Balearic Islands often feature "all-inclusive" packages (flight + hotel) from travel agencies. It’s worth taking a look at these offers, especially during promotions, as they can sometimes be very attractive—even to the point where the "flight + hotel" cost is nearly the same as a standalone flight.

From the Rest of Europe

Almost all of Europe offers at least seasonal flights to the archipelago, primarily to Majorca and then Ibiza. In short, there’s no real difficulty in finding a flight during the season, no matter where you live in Europe.

Belgium & Luxembourg

Switzerland

From Another Country

Apart from a few connections to Algeria or Israel, the Balearic Islands are served exclusively by European flights.