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Palma Airport Security Wait Times Palma Airport Live Security Wait Times

IATA Code:

PMI

Timezone:

UTC/GMT +2:00 hours

Airport local time:

Saturday, 3:28pm

Activity: Very busy
Current conditions

Live Airport Status

Current wait times, updates and terminal information for this airport.


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Updated today, Saturday 10 October 2026
3:22 PM (UTC/GMT +2:00 hours)
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    Waiting times may not accurately reflect your experience. It is advisable to arrive at the airport well in advance and follow the recommendations of the airlines and airports.

  • Airport Last Updated

    3:22 PM (UTC/GMT +2:00 hours)

Terminal level wait times

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    Terminal Acceso a las puertas de embarque
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    Terminal Acceso a las puertas de embarque
    Queues: 1
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    Terminal Control de seguridad interislas. Acceso a las puertas de embarque del módulo B
    Queues: 1
    1 mins wait time
Live departures

Flight Status

Check scheduled departures, destinations and reported delays for this airport.

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Plan ahead

Forecasts, historical patterns and guidance to help plan your airport arrival.

What Will the Wait Time Be?

Pick a day and time to see the typical wait, based on historical data.

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Wait Times by Day of Week

Average wait times based on the last 3 weeks of data.

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Wait times today, hour by hour

Actual readings recorded so far today.
Current: 1 min (Similar to usual: avg wait time is 1 min)
Latest Airport Arrival Time
Domestic 1h 25m before departure
International 1h 43m before departure
How we calculated this

Bag drop closes 45-60 min before departure. With an estimated 25 min bag drop queue, you need to arrive at the desk 70-85 min early. After that, allow 1 min for security (avg on Saturdays) and 12 min to walk to your gate, which closes 15-20 min before departure. Finally, add a 15 min buffer.

Best & Worst Times to Fly

Based on historical security wait times and flight delays across all days of the week.

Best Time
Early Morning
4am - 8am
1 min avg wait
8 min avg flight delay
Worst Time
Evening
5pm - 9pm
1 min avg wait
33 min avg flight delay

How Busy
Is the Airport?

Based on live and historical flight patterns. Tap a bar to see details.

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Flight Delays

Average departure delays by hour, based on the last 2 weeks of flight data.

Current: 5 min (Lower than usual: avg wait time is 25 min)

Guide to Palma de Mallorca International Airport (PMI)

Palma Airport, officially known as Aeroport de Son Sant Joan, is the sole commercial airport serving the Balearic island of Mallorca. Located just 8 kilometers east of the capital city, Palma, the airport is highly accessible via the Ma-19 and Ma-20 highways. As the third busiest airport in Spain by passenger volume it acts as a massive international hub welcoming millions of travelers annually, particularly from across Europe during the peak summer months. The modern facility features a single, expansive passenger terminal that is strategically divided into four interconnected operational modules (A, B, C, and D) containing a combined total of 88 boarding gates.

Palma Airport FAQ

Palma Airport is currently Very busy based on real-time flight departure data.

Yes, the current Security queue at Palma Airport is approximately 1 minutes. The airport is currently very busy. Check the live data on this page for the latest queue times.

It currently takes approximately 1 minutes to get through Security at Palma Airport. Wait times vary by time of day and day of week — check the hourly chart on this page for the full breakdown.

Security wait times at Palma Airport vary throughout the day. Check the historical wait time chart on this page to find the quietest times.

Flights from Palma Airport are experiencing fewer delays than usual today, averaging 5 minutes compared to the typical 25 minutes for this time on Saturdays.

Palma Airport officially operates as a single passenger terminal. However, to manage traffic effectively, it is physically divided into four interconnected modules: A, B, C, and D. Module A is primarily designated for non-Schengen flights, Module B for regional Balearic flights, Module C for Schengen flights, and Module D for domestic and international Schengen flights.

Yes, you can purchase a security fast track for quicker access here, it is valid for 7 days, with children under 5 admitted free.

You can use the EMT buses (blue, white, and green) for travel to Palma city center (Route A1) and S’Arenal (Route A2). For destinations across the rest of the island, you should use the regional TIB buses (red and yellow), such as the A32 to Alcúdia or the A11 to Magaluf.

Both EMT and TIB buses accept contactless card payments. It is highly recommended to pay with a contactless card on TIB regional buses, as this provides a massive 40% discount compared to the cash single fare. If you must pay in cash, EMT drivers may refuse bills over €10, and TIB drivers will reject bills over €20.

Yes, Uber is operational at Palma Airport. However, standard metered taxis are frequently considered more cost-effective for direct transfers to the Palma city center, generally costing around €25 depending on your exact destination and the time of day.

Yes. Airport security provides a legal exemption for infant nourishment. If you are physically traveling with a baby, you are permitted to bring formula, breast milk, sterilised water, purees, and glass jars of baby food in quantities that exceed the standard 100ml limit. You must separate these items from your standard hand luggage and present them to security staff for independent screening in a specialised liquid scanner.

Yes, due to the large size of the airport, there are a variety of lounges to choose from:

Valldemossa VIP Lounge (Main Terminal, Floor 4): This is the flagship lounge located in the main departures area before you head to your specific boarding module. It serves both Schengen and non-Schengen passengers. It stands out for having premium amenities, including a private outdoor terrace with views of the Tramuntana mountains, shower facilities, a children’s play area, and a nursing room. It is open from 05:30 to 22:00.

Llevant VIP Lounge (Module A): This lounge is strictly reserved for passengers on non-Schengen flights (such as those flying to the UK). It is the newest lounge at the airport, covering 450 square meters. It has longer opening hours, operating from 05:00 to 00:00.

Mestral VIP Lounge (Module B): Located on the ground floor of Module B, this lounge serves passengers departing on Schengen and non-Schengen flights (though Module B is mostly used for regional Balearic flights). It is open from 05:30 to 22:00.

Mediterráneo VIP Lounge (Module C): Situated in the largest boarding sector, this lounge is available for both Schengen and non-Schengen flights departing from Module C. Like Llevant, it operates with extended hours from 05:00 to 00:00.

The airport is open 24/7, however security typically opens 2-3 hours before the first flight.

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