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Compare ferry and flight for Barcelona to Palma
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Palma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 207 km
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Most popular Flight | Ferry |
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£130 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Palma is a ferry with an average price of £48.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Palma:
A ferry is £82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Palma costing on average £130.
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 29m.
Other travel options to Palma take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 43m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Palma including taking a ferry and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Barcelona to Palma
How to get to Palma from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Barcelona to Palma is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Tenacia21:308h30Port of Barcelona6:00Port of Palma de Mallorca£321One-way0 changes
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- Tenacia21:308h30Port of Barcelona6:00Port of Palma de Mallorca£321One-way0 changes
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UX610322:000h45Barcelona El Prat Airport22:45Palma de Mallorca Airport£461One-way0 changes
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Ferry
FR 636219:501h00Barcelona El Prat Airport20:50Palma de Mallorca Airport£401One-way0 changes- FR 13425:451h00Barcelona El Prat Airport6:45Palma de Mallorca Airport£401One-way0 changes
- FR 637823:451h00Barcelona El Prat Airport0:45Palma de Mallorca Airport£401One-way0 changes
CIUDAD DE PALMA22:307h00Port of Barcelona5:30Palma (Muelle Viejo)£331One-way0 changes- HYPATIA DE ALEJANDRÍA22:157h45Port of Barcelona6:00Palma (Muelle Viejo)£471One-way0 changes
- ABEL MATUTES21:306h00Port of Barcelona3:30Port d'Alcúdia£531One-way0 changes
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Best day trips from Palma by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Palma are Soller, Valldemossa, Deià, Alcúdia and Cala d'Or. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Palma on Omio.
Day trip from Palma to Valldemossa by bus
Day trip from Palma to Deià by bus
Day trip from Palma to Alcúdia by bus
Why visit Alcúdia for the day?
Alcúdia in northern Mallorca is known for its medieval old town, Roman remains and the beaches around Port d’Alcúdia. Historic walls and narrow streets give it a traditional character, while the coast brings an easy-going holiday atmosphere.
Day trip from Palma to Cala d'Or by bus
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FAQs: Barcelona to Palma
Travel to Palma easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Palma.
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Palma including taking a ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Palma is a ferry with an average price of £48.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Palma:
A ferry is £82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Palma costing on average £130.
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 29m.
Other travel options to Palma take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 43m.
The Barcelona to Palma distance is approximately 207 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Palma is:
- Around 40 flights per day.
- Around 4 ferries per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Palma as scheduled services by ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Palma:
- Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Palma de Mallorca Airport.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Barcelona and arrive in Port d'Alcúdia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Palma, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Vueling, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Ryanair, Iberia to go to Palma by flight.
- Travel with Balearia, Trasmed, Gnv to go to Palma by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Palma with the following travel companies:
- 29 direct flights per day with Vueling, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Ryanair.
- 4 direct ferries per day with Balearia, Trasmed, Gnv.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Palma often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Vienna, Paris, Düsseldorf, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palma and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to Palma, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and flight.
For a well-rounded experience in Palma de Mallorca, spending three to four days is recommended. This allows time to explore the historic Old Town, visit stunning beaches, and enjoy local cuisine.
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