Travelling from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Palma.
Flights from PMI to BCN start from 00:05 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:55 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 418 weekly Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your PMI to BCN flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Barcelona vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Spain:
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Vueling stands out as the most punctual carrier for PMI to BCN flights, with 91.54% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PMI and BCN:
Menorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
C$10 is the lowest price for a one-way Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$31. These fares can change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from PMI to BCN, book your journey seven months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PMI to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
84.69% of flights departing from Palma de Mallorca Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of PMI.
Palma de Mallorca Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Palma. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PMI:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're getting in on a late Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BCN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car to explore Barcelona and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PMI to BCN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Logroño is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
