Madrid to Mallorca island Flights

Flying out of Madrid

Finding the right flights from Madrid can be as simple as doing a search at Orbitz.com. The search engine at the Orbtiz.com site combs through current flight schedules to show comparative costs, as well as departure and arrival times, layovers and other issues that make certain flight options more attractive than others. The Madrid-Barajas Airport, located at Avenida de la Hispanidad, 28042 Madrid, is 12 miles from the city center. It's the main hub for Iberia and does business with major airlines, including EasyJet, Delta, Air France, British Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Europa and others.

Parking at the Madrid-Barajas Airport

Orbitz.com can help travelers find convenient, affordable places on and off site for vacation parking. The airport in Madrid has express parking meant for dropping off and picking up travelers. For the first 30 minutes, the parking is free. Short- and long-term parking lots can be found at each terminal and cost from €9.60 for two hours up to €60 per day for Terminal 2 short-term parking. Long-term parking is available for €18.30 per day. The economy lot requires a shuttle ride back and forth to the terminals but costs only €10.80 per day or €62.80 per week.

Transportation to and From the Airport

For travelers who wish to avoid parking, Orbitz.com can help find special offers on ground transportation to and from Madrid-Barajas Airport. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get there from downtown by car. A credentialed taxi service will charge anywhere from €25 to €30 for the ride, but oftentimes there are taxi drivers inside the terminals offering cheaper rides who do not have the same credentials as those who have signed a contract with the airport. Passengers can also opt for a €2 train ride or take the bus for a similar fee.

Restaurants Near Madrid-Barajas Airport

There's no need to leave the airport to find an excellent selection of restaurants, counter service diners or bars. Orbitz.com can offer travelers deals on food and air packages, though they might not be dining in-house. The convenience of dining at the airport while waiting for flights from Madrid may be worth the cost, but passengers should expect the cost to be relatively more expensive than similar restaurants found in the city center.

Trips to Mallorca Island

Mallorca Island is a tourist destination located off the eastern coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea. The location is extremely popular, attracting millions of passengers each year from the UK, Germany, Scandinavia and Ireland in particular. For budget flights to Mallorca Island, check out Orbitz.com. You will arrive at Palma de Mallorca Airport, which is located about five miles from Palma, Majorca, near the village of Can Pastilla. The airlines servicing this airport include Air Berlin, Air Europa, British Airways, Thomas Cook Airlines and Wizz Air, among others.

Transportation From Palma de Mallorca Airport

Transportation from the airport to the many resorts on the island is provided by bus and taxi. The city bus stops at the terminal and departs for Palma every 15 minutes; it costs about $3.00 for a trip to the city. Taxis into the city are available for a minimal cost of $15. The trip takes 15 to 20 minutes by bus and about 10 minutes by taxi.

Island Weather Conditions

The weather on Mallorca Island is mild year-round, with summer temperatures rarely rising above the mid-80s or dropping below the low 70s. During the winter, the temperatures are in the high 50s or low 60s and drop to the mid- to high 40s.

Things to Do in Mallorca

Most of the things to do on the island involve the resorts and tend to be vacation related. The island features more than 2,400 restaurants, with dishes such as saffron rice and chicken being favorites. Water-based activities, such as snorkeling, sailing and simply relaxing on the beaches, are highly popular and among the top island pursuits. Flights to Mallorca Island are available daily, and discounted fares are easily found for the budget traveler on Orbitz.com.