Hire a Private Jet to Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the Balearic Islands and one of the most sought-after private jet destinations in the Mediterranean - a city of remarkable architectural heritage, a world-class superyacht marina, a Michelin-starred restaurant scene that has transformed the island's culinary reputation over the past decade, and immediate access to 250 kilometres of coastline ranging from the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Tramuntana mountains to the sheltered turquoise coves of the island's east coast. Mallorca attracts private aviation clients across a longer season than almost any other Mediterranean destination - the island's mild winters, proximity to the UK and strong infrastructure mean that private jet arrivals at Palma continue year-round, with summer peaks between June and September driven by leisure and superyacht clients, and a growing spring and autumn season driven by cycling, golf and food tourism. Private jet charter flights to Palma de Mallorca arrive at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI / LEPA), located 8 km east of the city centre. The London to Palma sector is 728 nautical miles, approximately 2 hours 3 minutes on a Citation XLS+ - making Palma one of the closest major Mediterranean island destinations from the UK by private jet.

 

 

Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI / LEPA) is the main international airport serving the Balearic Islands, located 8 km east of Palma city centre in the Son Sant Joan district. The airport has two runways and handles both commercial and business aviation traffic. Private jets use the dedicated general aviation terminal on the north side of the airport, with VIP lounge facilities and ramp access. Journey time from the airport to Palma city centre (the Cathedral, the Old Town, the Passeig des Born) is approximately 15 to 20 minutes by chauffeured car. For clients heading directly to superyacht berths at the Real Club Nautico or the marina at Port Adriano, transfers of 15 to 30 minutes can be arranged. The airport has a 3,000-metre main runway accommodating all aircraft categories including long-range jets and business liners. A second option for some Mallorca visits is Son Bonet Aerodrome (LESB) in Marratxi, a smaller general aviation field located north-west of Palma used for light aircraft and helicopters, though most private jet clients use PMI.

Key Information:

• Typical flight time from London to Palma: approximately 2 hours 3 minutes;
• Private jet charter prices: from £8,900 (from London, light jet);
• Airport: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI / LEPA), 8 km east of city centre;
• Ibiza: 75 nm west - approximately 25 minutes by jet;
• Menorca: 71 nm north-east - approximately 25 minutes by jet;
• Barcelona: 109 nm north-west - approximately 30 minutes by jet;
• Most popular aircraft: Citation XLS+, Challenger 300, Phenom 300;
• Peak demand: June to September (summer season), Easter week, Christmas and New Year, Palma Boat Show (April), Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix (May - Barcelona but drives Mallorca superyacht traffic).

Palma draws private aviation clients for three main reasons. Leisure and superyacht travel is the dominant category: Mallorca is the most important superyacht destination in the western Mediterranean after Monaco, and the island's marinas - particularly the Club de Mar, the Real Club Nautico and the ultra-luxury Port Adriano designed by Philippe Starck - attract vessels from 30 to 100+ metres throughout the season. Clients often fly in to join their yacht in Palma before continuing to Ibiza, Formentera or the Balearic island circuit by sea. Second, Mallorca has developed into one of Europe's leading cycling and active sports destinations - the Tramuntana mountains provide world-class road cycling conditions, and the island hosts professional cycling teams and enthusiasts from across Europe from February to June. Third, Palma itself has emerged as a genuinely sophisticated city destination - the Cathedral (La Seu), the Arab Baths, the Bellver Castle, the Es Baluard contemporary art museum and the concentration of design hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants in the Old Town make it a compelling short-break destination in its own right.

Private jet charter prices to Palma from London start from approximately £8,900 on a Citation XLS+ for the 728 nautical mile sector. The final cost depends on aircraft type, departure airport and passenger numbers.

 

 

Private Jets UK provides access to more than 6,500 aircraft worldwide, including light jets, midsize aircraft, heavy jets and ultra long-range business aircraft. Our aviation consultants can recommend suitable aircraft based on passenger numbers, baggage requirements, flight range and budget. Available aircraft include models from Gulfstream, Dassault, Bombardier, Embraer, Cessna, Pilatus, Beechcraft, Airbus and Boeing.

With more than 15 years of experience in business aviation, we arrange private jet charter flights to Palma from airports across the United Kingdom. Our team manages every stage of the journey, including aircraft sourcing, flight planning, FBO arrangements, ground transfers, superyacht connections and onward island hopping across the Balearics.

 

 

Palma is a year-round private aviation destination with a pronounced summer peak. The busiest period runs from mid-June to mid-September, when aircraft availability at PMI can be constrained and we recommend booking 4 to 6 weeks ahead for peak summer dates. The shoulder seasons - April to June and September to October - offer excellent weather, more relaxed availability and competitive pricing. The island is increasingly popular for cycling holidays from February to May, and Christmas and New Year generate a secondary demand peak for families combining the island's mild winter with superyacht and villa stays.

 

How long does it take to fly to Palma?

The flight time on the private jet:

 

1 route

• London - Palma, by private jet Citation XLS+
• Aircraft range: 2100 nm, 3889 km | 441 kts, 817 kmh
• Route: LHR | EGLL ⟶ PMI | LEPA
• Distance: 728 nm / 1,348 km
• Flight time: 2:03 h

 

2 route

• Edinburgh - Palma, by private jet Challenger 300
• Aircraft range: 3100 nm, 5741 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: EDI | EGPH ⟶ PMI | LEPA
• Distance: 1,014 nm / 1,878 km
• Flight time: 2:33 h

 

3 route

• Birmingham - Palma, by private jet Citation XLS+
• Aircraft range: 2100 nm, 3889 km | 441 kts, 817 kmh
• Route: BHX | EGBB ⟶ PMI | LEPA
• Distance: 797 nm / 1,475 km
• Flight time: 2:12 h

 

4 route

• Manchester - Palma, by private jet Citation XLS+
• Aircraft range: 2100 nm, 3889 km | 441 kts, 817 kmh
• Route: MAN | EGCC ⟶ PMI | LEPA
• Distance: 854 nm / 1,581 km
• Flight time: 2:20 h

 

5 route

• Glasgow - Palma, by private jet Challenger 300
• Aircraft range: 3100 nm, 5741 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: GLA | EGPF ⟶ PMI | LEPA
• Distance: 1,020 nm / 1,890 km
• Flight time: 2:34 h

 

The exact flight time depends on the model of the business jet and wind conditions. Palma is within non-stop range of all jet categories from all UK airports. Our consultant will calculate the exact flight time for the chosen aircraft.

 

 

Prices for the private jet flights to Palma

The London to Palma sector of 728 nautical miles sits at a comfortable range for the Citation XLS+ and Challenger 300, making these the most popular aircraft categories from UK airports. The 2-hour sector means that even smaller light jets and turboprops can operate the route comfortably, while clients wanting more cabin space for family groups or extensive luggage for a longer Mallorca stay tend to choose the Challenger 300 class for its generous hold.

Palma is one of the most price-sensitive private aviation routes from the UK due to the high volume of traffic on the corridor - operators frequently have aircraft already positioned in or near London for the Balearics season, which keeps positioning costs competitive. The peak summer period (July and August) is the significant exception: demand at PMI is intense, aircraft availability tightens, and prices reflect the compression of supply. For July and August travel, booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead is strongly recommended.

The island hop from Palma to Ibiza (75 nm, approximately 25 minutes) is one of the most frequently arranged short sectors in our Balearics network - clients fly into Palma and continue to Ibiza the same day, or complete the return journey via Palma after a few days on the island circuit. Menorca (71 nm, 25 minutes) is another common addition for clients doing a Balearic multi-stop.

Below are the approximate prices for the flights performed this year. TOP 7 options:

1. from London to Palma, 8 passengers, by Citation XLS+ - 8,900 GBP;
2. from London to Palma, 9 passengers, by Challenger 300 - 13,200 GBP;
3. from Edinburgh to Palma, 9 passengers, by Challenger 300 - 17,400 GBP;
4. from Manchester to Palma, 8 passengers, by Citation XLS+ - 11,800 GBP;
5. from Glasgow to Palma, 12 passengers, by Challenger 605 - 21,600 GBP;
6. from Belfast to Palma, 9 passengers, by Challenger 300 - 16,800 GBP;
7. from Birmingham to Palma, 6 passengers, by Phenom 300 - 10,200 GBP;

We can arrange flights from any city in the UK. If you have any questions about the departure or the flight itself, please use the form below:

 

 

Prices depending on the type of business jet

We can clearly show the high dependence of the cost of the flight, on the type of aircraft - we have collected approximate data, at the price of 1 flight hour, for various types of business jets:

• Large jet (similar to Legacy 600) - from 4900 to 5800 GBP per flight hour;
• Business liners - from 10300 GBP per flight hour;
• Light jet - from 2100 to 3000 GBP per flight hour;
• Long-haul jet (similar to Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Falcon 7X, etc.) - from 5800 to 8800 GBP per flight hour;
• Medium-sized jet (identical to Cessna Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP, etc.) - from 3000 to 3700 GBP per flight hour;
• Turboprops - from 850 GBP per flight hour;
• Large medium-class jet (similar to Challenger 300, etc.) - from 4600 to 5500 GBP per flight hour;
• Small jet, from 1700 to 2500 GBP per flight hour;

 

 

Recent flights to Palma

• London Farnborough to Palma, Citation XLS+, 7 passengers - superyacht connection. A family joining their 42-metre motor yacht at the Club de Mar marina. Departure from Farnborough at 10:00, on the ground in Palma by 12:10, alongside their vessel by 13:00. The yacht's captain met the party at the FBO with the tender crew. Luggage included eight suitcases and two sets of sailing equipment - the Citation XLS+ hold handled the load without issue. Charter approximately 9,200 GBP. The family then used the yacht to cruise to Ibiza and Formentera over the following ten days.
• Manchester to Palma, Challenger 300, 9 passengers - summer family holiday. A large family group travelling to their villa in the south-west of the island near Port Andratx. Manchester to Palma (854 nm, 2 hours 20 minutes) at approximately 12,400 GBP in early July. We arranged a 9-seater minivan transfer from PMI to Port Andratx (approximately 35 minutes). The group had three children's car seats which we confirmed with the transfer company in advance. Return at the end of August approximately 12,800 GBP.
• Edinburgh to Palma then Ibiza, Challenger 300, 8 passengers - Balearic island circuit. A group doing a split week: three nights in Mallorca at a finca in the Tramuntana, then four nights in Ibiza. Edinburgh to Palma (1,014 nm, 2 hours 33 minutes) at approximately 17,600 GBP. Palma to Ibiza (75 nm, approximately 25 minutes) at approximately 4,200 GBP on a locally positioned aircraft. Return Ibiza to Edinburgh at approximately 17,200 GBP. Total three-sector Balearic circuit approximately 39,000 GBP.
• London Biggin Hill to Palma, Phenom 300E, 4 passengers and two whippets - cycling holiday. A couple and their friends flying in for a week of road cycling in the Tramuntana in April. The two whippets travelled in the cabin throughout the 2-hour 3-minute flight with full EU AHC documentation including tapeworm treatment confirmed 36 hours before departure. Charter approximately 9,800 GBP. We arranged bike hire through a Palma specialist for high-end road bikes, avoiding the need to transport their own frames on the aircraft. The group stayed at a farmhouse hotel near Soller with direct access to the Sa Calobra climb.
• Birmingham to Palma, Citation XLS+, 8 passengers - corporate retreat. A professional services firm using a Palma villa for a 3-day strategy retreat in October. Birmingham to Palma (797 nm, 2 hours 12 minutes) at approximately 10,800 GBP. A 10-person minivan was arranged from PMI to the villa in the Banyalbufar area (approximately 45 minutes). Return on the third day at approximately 10,400 GBP. The firm used the aircraft for the outbound leg to hold a working breakfast briefing during the flight, arriving at the villa ready to begin the programme without the transit overhead of a commercial connection via Barcelona or Madrid.

The examples above are recent indicative charters. Your quote will depend on the current season, aircraft positioning, passenger numbers and any additional services requested.

 

Online Calculator

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All our calculations are as transparent as possible for you. After receiving the request, we will prepare a beautiful offer - where the costs and the final price will be clearly described. The exact price is agreed in advance and is written in the contract, so you can be sure of the final cost.

 

 

Most Requested Aircraft for Flights to Palma

Palma's 2-hour sector from London and southern UK airports makes the Citation XLS+ the natural workhorse, while larger groups and superyacht clients with substantial luggage tend to choose the Challenger 300 class for its superior hold capacity.

 

 

• Phenom 300 / Phenom 300E - cost-efficient for groups of 4 to 6 passengers, well suited to the 2-hour sector. Limited hold space means it works best for groups travelling light or with carry-on only;
• Citation XLS+ - the most popular choice for UK-Palma, with 7 to 8 passenger capacity and a hold that manages 4 to 5 suitcases comfortably alongside cabin bags;
• Challenger 300 / Challenger 350 - the preferred choice for larger groups and for clients with extensive luggage including sports equipment (bikes, golf bags, dive gear). The stand-up cabin and generous hold make it the standard choice for superyacht crew transfers and family groups;
• Challenger 605 - chosen for groups of 10 to 12, corporate retreats and clients who want a full conference-capable cabin for the flight out;
• King Air 350 - the most economical turboprop option for smaller groups, capable of the PMI sector from most UK departure airports with a comfortable 9-passenger cabin.

 

How to rent a business jet with a crew

5 main stages:

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  Sending an application

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  Clarification of details and search for options

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  Preparation and coordination of optimal options

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  Registration of documents. Payment of the invoice.

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  Departure on the route.

 

Business aviation airport in Palma

Palma is served by one primary airport for all aviation:

• Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) - Mallorca, Spain (PMI / LEPA) - 8 km east of Palma city centre - PRIMARY AND ONLY GATEWAY for private jets
   

Palma de Mallorca Airport (IATA: PMI, ICAO: LEPA) is the main international airport serving the Balearic Islands, located 8 km east of Palma city centre in the Son Sant Joan district. The airport has two runways - the main runway 06L/24R measures 3,000 metres, accommodating all aircraft categories. A dedicated general aviation terminal on the north side of the airport serves private aviation clients with VIP lounge facilities and ramp access. Peak summer period (July and August) sees extremely high traffic at PMI and early slot booking is essential for these months. UK citizens do not require a visa for Spain for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

 

 

Main characteristics of Palma de Mallorca Airport:

• The official name is Palma de Mallorca Airport (Aeroport de Palma), PMI, Spain.
• Address: 07611 Can Pastilla, Palma, Illes Balears, Spain.
• Private aviation: dedicated general aviation terminal, north side of airport.
• Geolocation - 39°33′N, 02°44′E
• Main runway 06L/24R - 3,000 m - all jet categories.
• IATA - PMI. ICAO - LEPA.
• Time Zone: +1.0 CET (winter), +2.0 CEST (summer)

Private aviation passengers use the dedicated general aviation terminal, separate from the main commercial terminal. Check-in time is 30 minutes before departure. During peak summer months, we recommend confirming slot availability and parking arrangements at the time of booking as PMI becomes one of the busiest private aviation airports in Europe in July and August.

 

Balearic island hopping from Palma

Palma's position at the centre of the Balearic archipelago makes it the natural hub for multi-island itineraries. All neighbouring Balearic destinations are within 30 minutes by private jet:

• Ibiza (IBZ / LEIB) - 75 nm / 140 km - approximately 25 minutes by jet. The most frequent island hop from Palma - clients often fly into PMI and transfer to Ibiza the same day or the following morning;
• Menorca (MAH / LEMH) - 71 nm / 131 km - approximately 25 minutes by jet. The quieter, more unspoiled Balearic island, preferred by clients seeking a less commercial alternative to Ibiza;
• Formentera (FME / LESF) - 79 nm / 146 km - approximately 26 minutes by jet from Palma, though Formentera's La Mola airport has a short runway (800 m) restricting it to light aircraft. Most clients reach Formentera by ferry from Ibiza after flying into IBZ;
• Barcelona (BCN / LEBL) - 109 nm / 202 km - approximately 30 minutes by jet. Frequently combined with Palma on Spanish itineraries;
• Valencia (VLC / LEVC) - 149 nm / 276 km - approximately 36 minutes by jet;
• Alicante (ALC / LEAL) - 172 nm / 318 km - approximately 39 minutes by jet. Gateway for the Costa Blanca and Murcia.

 

Flying to Palma with your pet

Pets can travel in the cabin on private jets throughout the flight. For travel to Spain from the UK, the following documentation is required:

• EU Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by a UK government-authorised veterinarian;
• Microchip (ISO 11784/11785 compliant);
• Valid rabies vaccination, administered at least 21 days before travel;
• Tapeworm treatment for dogs, administered 24 to 120 hours before arrival in Spain.

Spain applies EU pet import rules for travellers arriving from the UK. The 2-hour flight time from London makes Palma one of the more comfortable private jet routes for pets. We advise on documentation and timing as part of every pet-inclusive booking.

 

 

Empty Leg Flights to Palma

The UK-Palma corridor is one of the busiest private aviation routes in Europe during the summer season, generating frequent empty leg opportunities as aircraft reposition after dropping clients on the island or return to UK bases after the Balearics season.

• London Farnborough - Palma | Citation XLS+ | 8 passengers | from £5,400;
• Palma - London | Challenger 300 | 9 passengers | from £7,800;
• Manchester - Palma | Challenger 300 | 9 passengers | from £7,200;
• Palma - Edinburgh | Challenger 605 | 12 passengers | from £10,200;
• Birmingham - Palma | Phenom 300 | 6 passengers | from £6,100;

The prices shown above are indicative examples. Actual Empty Leg opportunities depend on aircraft availability, routing and travel dates.

 

 

Helicopter charter

Private Jets UK clients have access to the top private helicopters. Mallorca's varied terrain and coastline make helicopter connections genuinely useful for reaching remote fincas, hilltop venues and coastal locations that are difficult to access by road:

• Palma Airport to Son Vida (helipad) - approximately 10 minutes by helicopter. Son Vida is Mallorca's most exclusive residential area, home to luxury hotels and private villas above the city;
• Palma to Port Andratx helipad - approximately 15 minutes by helicopter. Port Andratx is the island's most prestigious marina on the south-west coast, with superyacht berths and luxury restaurants;
• Palma to Deya / Soller area - approximately 20 minutes by helicopter. The UNESCO Tramuntana mountain villages, including the artists' colony of Deya, are the most scenic part of the island and are well connected by helicopter;
• Palma to Formentor Peninsula helipad - approximately 25 minutes by helicopter. The dramatic cape at the north-east tip of Mallorca, site of the historic Hotel Formentor;
• Palma to Menorca (Mahon area) - approximately 30 minutes by helicopter. For clients combining a Mallorca visit with a day trip or overnight on Menorca;
• Palma to Ibiza via helicopter - approximately 35 to 40 minutes by helicopter. A scenic alternative to the short fixed-wing sector, overflying the Mallorcan coast and the channel between the islands.

The following helicopters are available for booking:

• Bell 407 (6 seats) - 22 helicopters available
• Agusta Westland 139 (15 seats) - 15 helicopters available
• Eurocopter AS355N (5 seats) - 11 helicopters available
• Agusta A109SP Grand New (5 seats) - 9 helicopters available
• Airbus Helicopter H130 (6 seats) - 17 helicopters available
• Eurocopter EC155 (6 seats) - 26 helicopters available
• Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil (5 seats) - 23 helicopters available
• McDonnell Douglas MD 600N (5 seats) - 8 helicopters available
• Sikorsky S-92 (24 seats) - 13 helicopters available
• AgustaWestland AW139 (15 seats) - 26 helicopters available
• Airbus Helicopters H 135 (6 seats) - 12 helicopters available
• Bell 407GXP (5 seats) - 32 helicopters available
• Bell 429 (6 seats) - 16 helicopters available
• Bell 505 (4 seats) - 29 helicopters available
• Robinson R44 (3 seats) - 28 helicopters available
• Robinson R66 (4 seats) - 31 helicopters available

Please contact our aviation consultants for more detailed information on helicopter charter from Palma and across the Balearic Islands.

 

 

Palma private jet charter - FAQ

How long is a private jet flight from London to Palma?
A private jet from London to Palma de Mallorca takes approximately 2 hours 3 minutes on a Citation XLS+ on the 728 nautical mile sector. From Edinburgh approximately 2 hours 33 minutes on a Challenger 300. From Manchester approximately 2 hours 20 minutes. All UK airports can reach Palma non-stop on all jet categories.

How much does a private jet to Palma cost?
Private jet charter to Palma from London starts from approximately £8,900 on a Citation XLS+ for 8 passengers. A Challenger 300 for 9 passengers costs approximately £13,200 from London. From Edinburgh and Glasgow, prices start from approximately £17,400 to £21,600. Peak summer dates (July and August) carry a premium - book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for best availability and pricing.

When is the best time to fly to Palma by private jet?
June to September is the peak season with highest demand and aircraft availability can be constrained in July and August. The shoulder seasons - May to June and September to October - offer excellent weather, more aircraft availability and better pricing. April and May are particularly popular for cycling clients. Christmas and New Year generate a secondary peak for families.

Can I fly from Palma to Ibiza or Menorca on the same charter?
Yes. Ibiza is 75 nm from Palma (approximately 25 minutes by jet) and Menorca is 71 nm (approximately 25 minutes). Balearic island circuits combining Palma, Ibiza and Menorca are among the most frequently arranged multi-stop itineraries in our summer network. We arrange the full circuit as a single connected charter.

Is Palma airport good for private jets?
Yes. Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI / LEPA) has a dedicated general aviation terminal with full VIP lounge facilities, ramp access and professional handling. The main runway is 3,000 metres, accommodating all aircraft categories. In peak summer (July and August), PMI is one of the busiest private aviation airports in Europe and early slot booking is strongly recommended.

Can I bring my pet on a private jet to Palma?
Yes. Pets travel in the cabin with you throughout the flight. For travel from the UK to Spain you need an EU Animal Health Certificate, a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel) and tapeworm treatment for dogs (24 to 120 hours before arrival). The 2-hour flight from London is comfortable for most pets.

Do UK citizens need a visa for Spain?
No. UK citizens can visit Spain for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa. A valid UK passport is required. Private jet passengers clear customs and immigration at the general aviation terminal at PMI.

 

Flights from the UK to Palma

The most popular flight routes are London - Palma and Manchester - Palma. Our clients regularly combine Palma with Ibiza and Menorca on Balearic island circuits, and with Barcelona, Valencia and Alicante on broader Spanish itineraries. You can explore the full Spain charter network from Palma. For clients considering Majorca as an alternative search term, the destination and airport are the same.

 

Palma de Mallorca - destination overview

Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the Balearic Islands and one of the most genuinely surprising cities in the Mediterranean - a place that confounds the expectation that a mass-tourism island capital would be architecturally undistinguished and gastronomically predictable. The old city of Palma is exceptional: a compact historic core of Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces, Arab baths, covered markets and winding medieval lanes centred on the extraordinary Cathedral of Santa Maria (La Seu), begun in 1229 and completed over four centuries, its flying buttresses reaching directly from the sea wall over the harbour. The area around the Cathedral - the Almudaina Palace, the Banys Arabs, the Carrer del Conqueridor, the Placa Major - constitutes one of the best-preserved medieval city centres in Spain.

The transformation of Palma's restaurant and hotel scene over the past fifteen years has been among the most rapid in Mediterranean Europe. The city now has a serious concentration of high-end dining - Adrián Quetglas (one Michelin star), Marc Fosh (one Michelin star in the Relais & Chateaux Hotel Convent de la Missio) and a cluster of strong independent restaurants in the Santa Catalina neighbourhood that would hold their own in any European capital. The hotel infrastructure has kept pace: Can Cera, the Nixe Palace, the Castillo Hotel Son Vida and the Hotel Sant Francesc in the old town represent a range of accommodation from historic palau conversions to contemporary design hotels, all within easy reach of the Cathedral district.

Beyond the city, Mallorca divides into distinct landscapes that attract different private aviation client profiles. The north-west of the island - the Serra de Tramuntana, declared a UNESCO World Heritage landscape in 2011 - is the domain of road cyclists, hikers and those seeking the classic whitewashed villages of Deya, Valldemossa and Soller with their artist colonies, lemon groves and dramatic cliff roads above the sea. The south-west coast from Andratx to Port Adriano is the superyacht and luxury villa quarter - Port Adriano's Philippe Starck-designed marina is the most architecturally ambitious in the Balearics, and the Andratx valley contains some of the island's most expensive private estates. The east coast, from Cala d'Or through Santanyi to Cala Llombards, offers the island's finest beaches - small, sheltered, turquoise-floored coves backed by pine forest that have remained relatively undeveloped compared to the south. The Tramuntana foothills around Binissalem and Inca constitute the island's wine country, with a growing number of serious producers working with the indigenous Callet and Manto Negro varietals.

 

 

Where to stay in Palma

Palma's hotel offer has expanded significantly in quality over the past decade. The city now has genuine luxury options across different styles and locations:

• Hotel Sant Francesc. A 16th-century palace in the old city converted into a 42-room luxury hotel around a Renaissance courtyard. Rooftop pool with Cathedral views, ground-floor restaurant with a serious wine list. The best address in the old town for clients who want to walk to the Cathedral, the Llotja and the Passeig des Born;
• Castillo Hotel Son Vida. A Moorish castle above Palma with 93 rooms, three golf courses and a full spa. The most established luxury address on the island, favoured by clients who want resort facilities alongside a city base. Approximately 10 minutes by car from the centre;
• Can Cera. A 17th-century palace in the old town converted to a 12-room boutique hotel. One of Mallorca's most intimate luxury addresses - the antithesis of the resort hotel model;
• Hotel Nixe Palace. A classic 1960s Mediterranean luxury hotel on the Cala Major waterfront west of Palma - private beach, sea-view rooms, a calm that contrasts with the busier centre. Ten minutes from the old city;
• Cap Vermell Grand Hotel. A large contemporary resort at Canyamel on the east coast, for clients who want to combine Palma access with a more remote beach base. Approximately 60 minutes from PMI by car;
• Villa rental in the Tramuntana (Deya / Soller area). For clients wanting complete privacy - the mountain villages of the north-west have a high concentration of luxury villa rentals set among olive and citrus groves with mountain or sea views. We can arrange villa selection and management through our concierge network.

 

What to do in Palma and Mallorca

• Road cycling in the Tramuntana. The Serra de Tramuntana is the premier road cycling destination in Europe for serious cyclists. The Sa Calobra climb (10.1 km, 7% average gradient), the Puig Major summit and the Col de Soller are benchmarks of Mediterranean cycling. Professional teams train here from January to April. We arrange high-end bike hire and route planning through our Palma concierge contacts;
• Superyacht and sailing. Mallorca is the most active superyacht hub in the western Mediterranean outside Monaco. The Real Club Nautico de Palma hosts the Copa del Rey regatta in August. Port Adriano on the south-west coast accommodates vessels up to 80 metres. We arrange berth bookings and yacht connections as part of multi-modal itineraries;
• Golf. Mallorca has eleven golf courses of varying quality. Son Vida Golf (Son Muntaner, Son Vida and Son Quint courses) adjacent to the castle hotel is the most convenient for Palma visitors. Golf Son Gual in the Palma hills is considered the island's most technically demanding layout;
• Old town Palma. The Cathedral (La Seu), the Almudaina Royal Palace, the Arab Baths (Banys Arabs, 10th century), the Llotja (15th-century merchants exchange), the Es Baluard contemporary art museum and the Fundacio Pilar i Joan Miro are all within walking distance of each other in a compact historic centre that rewards a slow half-day on foot;
• Wineries and gastronomy. The Binissalem DO wine region in the centre of the island produces increasingly serious red wines from indigenous varietals. The Bodegas Macià Batle, Jose L. Ferrer and Anima Negra are worth visiting by arrangement. The Santa Catalina neighbourhood in Palma has become the city's most concentrated restaurant district;
• Beach clubs and day trips. The east coast coves - Cala Llombards, Cala Mondrago, Cala Santanyi - are the island's finest beaches, accessible in approximately 60 to 75 minutes from Palma by car. For a day at the finest beach clubs, Es Trenc on the south coast (30 minutes) is the most popular with the private jet clientele.

 

 

Key seasonal events in Mallorca

• Palma International Boat Show (April). One of the most important superyacht shows in the Mediterranean, held at the Moll Vell marina in Palma. Generates significant private aviation traffic as yacht owners and buyers fly in from across Europe and the Middle East;
• Copa del Rey Regatta (August). Spain's premier sailing regatta, held in the Bay of Palma from the Real Club Nautico. One of the most socially important events in the Balearic sailing calendar;
• Palma Fashion Week (February). A growing fashion event that generates early-season private aviation demand from Madrid and Barcelona;
• Summer season peak (July - August). The busiest period for private aviation at PMI. Aircraft availability tightens considerably - we recommend booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead for July and August travel;
• Cycling season (February - May). The Tramuntana's road cycling season peaks in spring. Professional teams and serious amateur cyclists from across Northern Europe generate consistent private aviation demand from UK and German airports during this window.