Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Mallorca
EMT bus A1 runs from the airport to central Palma in about 15–20 minutes for a low fare. For beach resorts, TIB island buses, transfers or a taxi are the options.
Distances to resorts vary a lot: Palma is about 15 minutes away, while Alcúdia or Cala d'Or are around an hour by road.
Best for most people: Bus. The A1 is cheap, frequent and stops at Plaça d'Espanya and along the seafront, close to most Palma hotels.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus EMT bus A1 from outside Arrivals to Plaça d'Espanya, the centre and the port area | about 15–20 min | every 15–20 min | about €5 | about 06:00–01:00 | Pay by contactless card on board. |
| bus TIB island buses from the airport to selected resorts | varies by resort | seasonal, more frequent in summer | varies by distance | mainly daytime | Check routes and timetables before you fly. |
| taxi Official taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 15–20 min to Palma | about €20–30 to Palma; resorts much more | 24 h | Queues can be long on summer weekends. | |
| private transfer Pre-booked shuttle or private transfer to your hotel | depends on the resort | varies | around flight times | Shared shuttles stop at several hotels. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- On busy summer days the taxi queue can be long; consider booking a transfer.
- Check whether your resort hotel offers its own airport shuttle.
- Car hire is popular for exploring the island; many companies have offsite lots served by shuttle buses.
- Night arrivals after the last A1 should plan for a taxi or transfer.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Palma airport to the city?
A taxi from Palma airport to central Palma usually costs about €20 to €30, depending on the time and exact destination. Fares to resorts are much higher; for example, trips to the north or east of the island can cost €70 to €100 or more. Use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals.
How do I get from the airport to Palma by bus?
Take EMT bus A1 from outside Arrivals. It runs roughly every 15 to 20 minutes and takes about 15 to 20 minutes to Plaça d'Espanya and the city centre. The fare is about €5 and can be paid by contactless card on board. It is the cheapest and simplest way to reach Palma.
Is there a bus at night?
The A1 bus runs from early morning until around 01:00 in season, but not through the whole night. Times can change by season. If your flight lands after the last bus, the options are an official taxi, which is available 24 hours, or a pre-booked transfer.
How long does it take to the resorts?
It depends on the resort. Places near Palma, such as Platja de Palma or Cala Major, are 15 to 25 minutes away by road. Resorts in the north, like Alcúdia or Port de Pollença, and the east coast take about 45 to 75 minutes. TIB island buses are cheap but slower.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.