Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is the third-busiest airport in Spain and the single gateway to the whole island. Almost every visitor to Mallorca who hires a car collects it here.
Palma Airport is the only airport on Mallorca, so it is where practically every car hire on the island begins.
What car hire at Palma Airport costs
In our Spain-wide price index, measured on 14 July 2026, the cheapest car available at Palma Airport for a week in August (8–15 August) came out at:
| When | Week (7 days) | Per day |
|---|---|---|
| August (8–15) | 37,36 € | 5,34 € |
Cheapest car available, same pick-up and drop-off, final booking price — not a "from" rate. Prices change daily; the live figure is always in the search box below.
Getting from the airport
Son Sant Joan (PMI) is 8 km east of Palma city centre. It sits 8 km from the city; the MA-19 motorway takes you into Palma in about 10 minutes and across to the resorts of the Bay of Palma, Alcúdia or the Tramuntana in under an hour.
What actually costs you money (and is not in the headline price)
- The fuel policy. Always choose "full-to-full". "Full-to-empty" charges you a whole tank up front and you hand back whatever you do not use.
- The deposit. Many companies block a hold on your card. In the search you can filter for no deposit and no credit card.
- Counter insurance. It is where the desks make their margin. Check what your booking already includes before you fly.
- Booking late. Summer prices climb every week — book two to three months ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How do I hire a car at Palma Airport?
Compare the cars available at PMI in the search box, pick the cheapest that suits you and book online. Pick-up and drop-off are at the airport.
Do I need a credit card to hire a car at Palma Airport?
Not always. Many local suppliers accept debit cards and some ask for no deposit at all — you can filter for those.
Is it cheaper to hire at the airport or in the city?
Usually the airport: supply is concentrated there and more competition tends to mean lower prices.
How far ahead should I book for summer?
Two to three months for July and August. Prices rise the closer you get to the date.
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