Madrid to Palma flights
Palma lies 549 km (341 mi) east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 27 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Madrid | Palma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 3.3 million | 438,234 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Nearest large airport | MAD, 14 km out | PMI, 8 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Madrid
Madrid is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 14,271-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Palma
Palma is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,728-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palma de Mallorca Airport | PMI | 8 km (5 mi) | 10,728 ft | 27 ft |
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Staying in Palma
Our booking partner lists 68 places to stay in Palma. Of the 4 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (3), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 59 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Palma from Madrid?
549 km (341 mi) in a straight line, east of Madrid.
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Palma by air?
About 1 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Palma?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madrid to Palma flights?
Typically Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI).
Where can I stay in Palma?
Our booking partner lists 68 places to stay in Palma, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.