Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is the island’s single passenger terminal handling large seasonal traffic - pre-pandemic annual throughput was around 28-30 million passengers. The airport primarily serves short- and medium-haul European routes with heavy seasonal point-to-point and low-cost carrier traffic.
Terminal Guide for Palma de Mallorca Airport #
PMI operates from a single passenger terminal building with multiple piers/gates. The terminal handles both Schengen and non‑Schengen flights within the same complex, with separate passport-control lanes where required. Key passenger facilities (shops, cafes, baggage belts and car hire desks) are in the main terminal areas.
Getting to and From Palma de Mallorca Airport #
Public buses connect the airport with Palma city centre in roughly 15-25 minutes depending on traffic; services run frequently from the arrivals area. Taxis and private transfers are available outside arrivals - taxi ride to Palma usually takes 15-25 minutes and fares commonly fall in the €20-€35 range. Car hire desks are located in the terminal ground floor area; driving into Palma is a short 10-15 km trip depending on route. Ride‑hailing apps operate on the island but local taxi services remain common.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Palma de Mallorca Airport #
The terminal offers a mix of fast‑food and sit‑down outlets and a duty‑free area on the airside. Free (time‑limited) Wi‑Fi is typically available; charging points are found in gate areas. There are baggage trolleys and airline check‑in desks landside; medical and tourist information desks are usually present in arrivals. Accessibility services are available - request assistance in advance from your airline.
Tips for Palma de Mallorca Airport #
- If you’re staying in Palma, the public buses are often cheaper than taxis for the short trip into the city - look for the airport-to-city service at the arrivals forecourt.
- During peak summer months many flights are seasonal charters; expect busy security and immigration around mid-morning and early evening.
- Currency exchange desks at arrivals are convenient but offer poorer rates - withdraw euros from an ATM for better value.
Weather & Climate near Palma de Mallorca Airport #
Palma de Mallorca Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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