Flying from Barcelona to Palma (Mallorca/Majorca) - which airline?
Aug 13, 2020, 1:45 pm
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Flying from Barcelona to Palma (Mallorca/Majorca) - which airline?
Hello,
Dreaming that everything will be close to normal again for our 20th anniversary in 2022, and starting to plan a bit for a trip - from Canada, 4-5 days in Barcelona, Mediterranean Cruise in/out of Barcelona, and then a week in Mallorca.
We would be off the cruise ship in the morning on probably a Saturday, either in May or September. Not sure if that really matters, but I'm looking for advice on which airline to choose. Keep in mind we won't have carry-on only, not a ton of luggage, but we will have one large suitcase to check plus a carry-on (and we would ensure that carry-on meets Euro regulations).
Thanks in advance if anyone has any advice or experiences to share
Dreaming that everything will be close to normal again for our 20th anniversary in 2022, and starting to plan a bit for a trip - from Canada, 4-5 days in Barcelona, Mediterranean Cruise in/out of Barcelona, and then a week in Mallorca.
We would be off the cruise ship in the morning on probably a Saturday, either in May or September. Not sure if that really matters, but I'm looking for advice on which airline to choose. Keep in mind we won't have carry-on only, not a ton of luggage, but we will have one large suitcase to check plus a carry-on (and we would ensure that carry-on meets Euro regulations).
Thanks in advance if anyone has any advice or experiences to share
Aug 25, 2020, 8:59 am
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It's a very short flight (under an hour) so I don't think it makes a huge deal of difference.
In economy, regardless of carrier, you'll need to buy a fare which includes checked baggage and there sadly won't be any onboard catering included.
This said, I'd avoid Ryanair. The other two options at the moment are either Air Europa or Vueling, I think. Barcelona is Vueling's hub, so they have a fair few flights per day, but so does Air Europa. Assuming you don't have Skyteam status, or Iberia Oro or Platino, I'd just choose the one which offers the best value after adding the checked baggage allowance you need. Once you're onboard, there really isn't any difference between them to be honest.
In economy, regardless of carrier, you'll need to buy a fare which includes checked baggage and there sadly won't be any onboard catering included.
This said, I'd avoid Ryanair. The other two options at the moment are either Air Europa or Vueling, I think. Barcelona is Vueling's hub, so they have a fair few flights per day, but so does Air Europa. Assuming you don't have Skyteam status, or Iberia Oro or Platino, I'd just choose the one which offers the best value after adding the checked baggage allowance you need. Once you're onboard, there really isn't any difference between them to be honest.
Aug 25, 2020, 2:58 pm
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Thanks very much - that's good info. I have heard that Ryanair should be avoided at all costs - I will be looking more into this next fall. I don't have status so it wouldn't really matter too much, sounds like I might get a 20€ flight but baggage might cost another 50€ - haha. We're ready for that eventuality though. How I wish I could just 'backpack' it but with the length of our trip it isn't an option, flights within Canada are so expensive that even if it cost us 100€ each one-way we'd consider it an OK price 
PS - I'm looking at your blog too - some good info there! Thanks again for the reply.
PS - I'm looking at your blog too - some good info there! Thanks again for the reply.
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Aug 26, 2020, 1:26 am
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I cannot even begin to imagine or guess what travel will be like in 2022, let alone with a cruise ship in the mix.
What I do know as having been true up until now is that there are no “Euro regulations” when it comes to hand baggage/carry on. Each airline makes and polices its own rules in this regard. What is allowed will be determined solely by the company you use to fly.
As a European veteran, my advice it to remain flexible and creative. Take a roll of duct tape and a thin, tough outer bag which can be folded around anything. A few compression straps, a metric measuring tape and you’re golden!
What I do know as having been true up until now is that there are no “Euro regulations” when it comes to hand baggage/carry on. Each airline makes and polices its own rules in this regard. What is allowed will be determined solely by the company you use to fly.
As a European veteran, my advice it to remain flexible and creative. Take a roll of duct tape and a thin, tough outer bag which can be folded around anything. A few compression straps, a metric measuring tape and you’re golden!
