When is the Cheapest Time to Fly to Menorca?
Menorca’s fiestas run from June to September, which is the peak season for visitors to the island. The cheapest time to fly to Menorca is in autumn and spring, in particular in October and March, when the island is quietest. Save money on flights to Menorca by comparing prices on Netflights.com.
When is the Best Time to Book your Flight to Menorca?
The best time to book your Menorca flights is around five weeks before travelling, but there might also be bargains on last-minute flights during the peak summer season when airlines operate more services. In the off-peak months, you may find you can book cheap flights to Menorca well in advance of your departure date. It’s worth checking whether flights with short stopovers work out cheaper than direct ones. Use Netflights.com to compare prices across hundreds of airlines and routes to find the best budget-friendly offers.
Flying to Menorca Airport MAH
Menorca Airport (MAH) is 4.5 kilometres southwest of the island's capital, Mahon. It’s the island’s only airport and handles around 2.5 million passengers each year, with a considerable difference in passenger numbers between summer and winter.
Thomas Cook operates direct flights to Menorca from London Gatwick. Other carriers, including British Airways, Iberia and Vueling Airlines operate indirect flights to Menorca with a single stopover from London’s Luton, City, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports. The stopovers are normally in Spanish cities such as Palma de Mallorca or Barcelona. You can also find return flights to Menorca from other airports in the UK, including Birmingham Airport and Manchester Airport.
On Arrival and Getting Around the Airport
MAH has one terminal building with 16 boarding gates. The terminal has three levels, and you’ll arrive at ground level, where there is a bar, a shop and an information desk, as well as car rental companies. Baggage reclaim is also on the ground floor, along with onward transportation.
Getting to the City from Menorca Airport MAH
The easiest way to get to Mahon from the airport is by road, either by renting your own car – useful if you plan to explore the island’s beaches and natural areas – or by taxi or bus.
Hiring a car is the best way to get around Menorca and it’s advisable to book in advance, especially in the peak season, as demand can be high. Car rental companies have desks on the ground floor at the airport. You can find taxis outside the arrivals hall, and the ride to Mahon should take around 10 minutes. Bus line number 10 runs from the airport to Mahon’s bus station. The airport bus to Mahon runs every half hour during peak season, from June to September, and every hour from October to May.
Why Visit Menorca?
Menorca’s beaches and tranquil waters make it a popular summertime retreat for British travellers. Cala Macarelleta, a short walk from its bigger neighbour Cala Macarella, is one of the best on the island and offers a quieter, more peaceful setting to while away the day swimming and snoozing. If you prefer beach activities, try Son Bou, on the south coast, where you can hire kayaks or go bird watching at the nearby nature reserve.
Horse riding is a popular activity in Menorca, with many trails and routes to explore all over the island, and you can book countryside or coastal horseback tours with local riding centres. The annual free fiesta celebrations, which take place from June to September in Mahon, Ciutadella and other towns, celebrate the native horses of Menorca with traditional parades and showcases of horsemanship. In Mahon, you can take a boat ride around the harbour, before heading to the capital’s shops to buy locally made cheese and leather sandals.
Don't Forget Before you Fly
British passport holders don’t need a visa to travel to any country in the EU – you can stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. You just need to make sure that your passport has at least six months validity left, on the day you travel. If you plan to hire a car to travel around Menorca, remember to book this before you leave.
