Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI): what you need to know
Palma's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Palma eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to PMI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and PMI:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
R 5,400 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,216. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to PMI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Reserve a hotel near PMI if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Palma de Mallorca Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Record Go and experience the lesser-explored corners of Palma and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Palma de Mallorca Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to central Palma
Palma de Mallorca Airport to the centre of Palma has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 2 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Palma based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Palma is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Palma de Mallorca Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PMI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Palma. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Cuenca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 418 kilometres west of Palma. No trip is complete without dropping by Museo de Paleontología de Castilla-La Mancha, Arco de Bezudo and Cerro del Socorro.
