| Popular Airport | Palma De Mallorca Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 9 hour 40 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 7773 Km |
As the distance between Johannesburg city centre and O.R. Tambo International Airport is not much, you can travel to the airport from the city centre in a short time and at reasonable prices. Locals mostly prefer public transportation such as bus or train in the city, but it is recommended to the new travelers in the city to prefer taxi for transportation instead of these vehicles. You can easily find a taxi at any time of the day in the city centre. Also remember that there are many rent a car offices in the city centre if you consider renting a car. Passengers who give priority to comfort and convenience while traveling to the airport from the city centre may consider renting a limousine as well. Limousines transport passengers to the airport from the city centre in about 30 minutes. Train is also another option for traveling to the airport from the city centre but like bus, it is not recommended to the new travelers for safety reasons.
Bus, one of the most preferred vehicles by the locals to travel to the airport from Johannesburg city centre, is not recommended to the foreign visitors for safety reasons. It takes about 35 – 40 minutes to get to the airport by buses departing from the city centre. If you want to travel by bus you can go to the one of the bus stops in the city centre. If you are staying in a hotel in the city, you can get information about buses and bus stops from your hotel. Remember, however, that you should look at other options if your priority is safety rather than a low cost travel.
In Johannesburg, taxis are the most preferred means of transportation especially by foreign travelers. You can be at the airport terminal in a short time by taking these safe and fast vehicles. Taxi fares are not too high for the tourists in the city. However, if you are traveling from somewhere far from the airport, you can get information about the taxi fee in advance. Taxis can take you from your hotel or from anywhere in the city centre and bring you to the airport terminal. They stand out as a much more preferable option when compared to the public transportation such as buses and trains.
Trains are also a convenient and fast option to travel to O.R. Tambo International Airport from the city centre. However, like buses, they are not recommended to the foreign visitors for security reasons. You can take a taxi or rent a car or a limousine as an alternative for a safer and more comfortable journey.
Business travelers in Johannesburg often prefer limousines for transportation. These luxurious and comfortable vehicles, driven by chaffeurs, take you from the city centre and bring you to the airport entrance in about 30 minutes. Although renting a limousine is comfortable and pleasant, it will cost more than the other options. You can use these vehicles at a cheaper price with seasonal discounts or group reservations.
Renting a car is one of the most preferred means of transportation in Johannesburg and vicinity. You can find some rent a car companies such as AVIS, Budget, National and Hertz in the city and within minutes, you can rent a car and begin driving to the airport. If you are not familiar with the city’s roads, remember to get a navigation device or a map beforehand. You just need to inform the rental company in advance if you want to drop off the car at the airport. You must have your internationally valid travel documents with you to rent a car.
Domestic and international terminals at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport offer an extremely pleasant and comfortable environment with lounges, cafes, restaurants and shops to the passengers. Thanks to the wireless internet connection at the airport, you can go online and make your transactions in many areas of the terminal. There are also ATMs and bank offices at the airport for those who want to send or withdraw money or make other banking transactions without leaving the terminal. You can change money at the exchange offices or banks at the airport. There are places of worship in the O.R. Tambo International Airport for Muslim and Christian visitors who wish to pray. You can use the conference room at the domestic terminal if you need to hold a meeting at the airport. You can send mails to different regions both home and abroad from the post office located at the international terminal of the airport. You will find many options such as telephone and accessories, electronic devices, clothes, books, newspapers and magazines if you want to shop at the airport. You have the opportunity to taste delicious meals and drinks from many parts of the world, such as South Africa, Asia and Europe at the airport. You can spend time at the passenger lounges which have comfortable seats. If you have to stay in a place close to the airport, you can make a reservation for one of the hotels around the terminals.
Palma de Mallorca, located on Mallorca, the biggest island of Spain, is one of the most popular holiday destinations of both the island and the country. It is possible to reach Palma de Mallorca by air, which is one of the most attractive tourist destinations with its colorful historical buildings, narrow streets and port generally hosting touristic ships.
The airport carrying vacationers to the island from all over the world is very close to the city center. Moreover, there are also many means of transportation that you can use to reach the center of Palma de Mallorca from the airport, which is about 8 kilometers of the city center and these means are extremely comfortable.
After your plane has landed, you can spend pleasant time in one of the cafes, restaurants or stores before continuing your travel. All these facilities are waiting for you at the airport. From this airport, there are direct and connecting flights to many places in Europe, especially the capital cities such as London, Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Copenhagen and Vienna. Renting a car is also very popular in Palma de Mallorca.
Many car rental companies will be waiting for you at the airport. You can rent a car according to your budget and needs by visiting one of these companies after your plane has landed. If you want to save time, you can rent your car online and receive your car without losing time. You should keep in mind that the airport is very busy especially during the summer months and there can be delays during this season.
The first alternative to be used for travelling to the city center from Palma de Mallorca Airport is bus. Bus offering service in every period of the year is one of the most economical and fastest options. You can buy your one-way ticket by paying 3 euros and get to the city center in a short time by bus that you can get on from both departure and arrival terminals.
During the winter season including the period from November 1 to April 30, you can get to the city center from the airport by bus from 06:00 am to 01:10 am and to the airport from the city center from 05:30 am to 01:00 am. During the summer season including the period from May 1 to October 31, you can get to the city center from the airport by bus from 06:00 am to 01:50 am and to the airport from the city center from 05:30 am to 02:10 am. The buses operate every 15 minutes.
You can also get on a bus from the airport and get to Palma Beach, which is famous for its luxury hotels. From the airport, there are bus services to this region between 07:00 am and 10:10 pm in winter season covering the period from November 1 to April 30. From the city center to the airport, there are bus services between 07:00 am and 09:30 pm.
In the summer season covering the period from May 1 to October 31, there are bus services to Palma Beach from the airport between 07:00 am and 00:30 am and from Palma Beach to the airport there are bus services between 07:00 am and 01:00 am. If you wish, you can get detailed information by calling 971 214 444 before your travel.
Another comfortable transportation alternative to be used for getting to the city center from the airport is taxi. But this alternative is more expensive than bus. The advantage of getting on a taxi is that it takes you to the other parts of the island or your hotel comfortably. The fares of the taxis that offer a much more comfortable transportation to the city center vary according to the hours or days, but the taximeters generally start charging from 2-3 euros. You also need to pay 0.50 or 0.60 cents for each kilometer.
Taxis also demand additional amounts for baggage. You need to pay 0.60 euro for each baggage when you get on a taxi. Waiting fares of taxis are also around 17-18 euros. Taxi fares are higher at late hours of the night or during holidays. In order not to pay more and to reach your destination in a safer way, you should get on the licensed taxis waiting in front of the terminal. If you want to get detailed information about the average taxi fares and other issues, you can call 971 728 081 or 971 401 414.
Another alternative that you can evaluate for travelling from the Palma de Mallorca Airport to the city center and other parts of the island is car rental. You can rent a car according to your budget and needs by visiting one of the car rental companies at the airport such as Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Europcar, Goldcar and Record Go. You can freely travel around the island with the car you have rented. If you wish, you can rent your car online before your arrival to the island. After your plane has landed, you can receive your car at the airport without losing time and take the road to your destination.
Another advantage of renting a car is the opportunity to also visit the island's spectacular natural beauties and bays which are not close to the city center.
Getting to the city center by using hotel shuttle service is a very comfortable alternative. Before planning to use this service particularly preferred by those who don’t want to rent a car, you should get in contact with your hotel and learn whether they provide this service or not. Some hotels offer this service for free. However, some hotels may demand certain amounts. Before your travel, you can get detailed information about the amount you need to pay in order to benefit from this service. If your hotel doesn’t offer this service, you can consider using the other alternatives such as bus.
