How to travel from Alicante to Palma

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Compare flight and ferry for Alicante to Palma

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Palma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of zł 488 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of zł 488, while a flight costs an average of zł 1,054.

Distance: 188 miles (303 km)

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zł 1,054

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zł 74

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4h 21m

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6h 15m

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8h 42m

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Compare ways to travel from Alicante to Palma

Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Palma, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Palma is a ferry with an average price of zł 488.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palma:

A ferry is zł 567 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palma costing on average zł 1,054.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Palma take longer:

Ferry takes on average 6h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alicante and Palma including taking a flight and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Alicante to Palma among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 21m sooner (2h 21m by flight vs 8h 42m by car). Tickets start at around zł 1,054 compared to roughly zł 74 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Alicante to Palma

How to get from Alicante to Palma by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Alicante to Palma is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • VuelingVY3889
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  • VuelingVY3889
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Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX4025
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Air EuropaUX4050 · UX6031
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX4027
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX4050 · UX6013
    1 transfer
  • BaleariaELEANOR ROOSEVELT
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Alicante to Palma

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There are 2 options to travel between Alicante and Palma including taking a flight and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Palma is a ferry with an average price of zł 488.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palma:

A ferry is zł 567 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palma costing on average zł 1,054.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Palma is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Palma take longer:

Ferry takes on average 6h 15m.

The distance from Alicante to Palma is approximately 188 miles (303 km).
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Palma is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Palma as scheduled services by flight and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Palma:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Palma de Mallorca Airport.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Denia and arrive in Palma (Muelle Viejo).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Palma, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Balearia to go to Palma by ferry.
  • Travel with Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia Express, Iberia, Ryanair, ITA, CitizenPlane to go to Palma by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Alicante to Palma with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Balearia.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Vueling, Air Europa, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Palma often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Madrid, Vienna, Paris, Düsseldorf. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palma and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Palma to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Three to four days is ideal to explore Palma de Mallorca's historic sites, beaches, and enjoy its vibrant culinary scene.

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