How to get to Palma from Madrid

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Compare flight for Madrid to Palma

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Palma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £218 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £218, while a flight costs an average of £218.

Distance: 549 km

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Driving

£218

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

11h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Air Europa

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Palma is a flight with an average price of £218.
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Madrid and Palma.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 46m sooner (2h 10m by flight vs 11h 56m by car). Tickets start at around £218 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Palma

How to get to Palma from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Madrid to Palma is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 404
    5:501h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:20Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £441One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 404
    5:501h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:20Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £441One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Iberia ExpressI21679
    23:101h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    0:30Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £1151One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Iberia ExpressIB1655
    6:201h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:45Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £481One-way
    0 changes
  • RyanairFR 2775
    12:201h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    13:50Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £761One-way
    0 changes
  • RyanairFR 2051
    15:351h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    17:05Palma de Mallorca Airport
    £1031One-way
    0 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.

A view of Alcúdia

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.

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FAQs: Madrid 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 Madrid to Palma.

FAQs
You can travel between Madrid and Palma by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Palma is a flight with an average price of £218.
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.
The Madrid to Palma distance is approximately 549 km.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Palma is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Palma as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Palma:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Palma de Mallorca Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Palma, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Iberia Express, Air Europa, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa, Vueling, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Air France, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air to go to Palma by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Palma:
  • 17 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Iberia Express, Air Europa, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Palma often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, 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 travel from Madrid to Palma, you can take a 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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