✈️ How to Get to Ibiza and Formentera
The BeBlue guide to reaching the two most fascinating Balearic Islands: Ibiza, between nightlife and relaxation, and Formentera, a natural paradise to discover by sailboat.
1. Getting to Ibiza by Plane
✈️ From Italy
During the summer season (May–October), there are numerous direct flights to Ibiza departing from various Italian cities.
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From Milan (Malpensa and Bergamo): Ryanair, easyJet, and Lufthansa operate direct flights in about 2 hours. Prices start from 30–40 € one way with low-cost airlines, up to 150–200 € round trip with regular airlines.
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From Rome (Fiumicino): Vueling, Ryanair, and ITA Airways, with direct flights from about 45 €.
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From Bologna, Venice, Naples, Pisa, and Bari: seasonal routes active with Ryanair, Volotea, and easyJet. Prices from 35 to 70 €, with a duration of about 2 hours.
BeBlue recommends: book flights between January and April to get the best rates, especially if traveling in July or August.
✈️ From Europe
Ibiza is easily accessible from many European capitals and cities with short direct flights:
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From Spain (Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid): Vueling, Air Europa, and Iberia Express offer frequent flights. Prices from 20 to 50 €, duration 40–60 minutes.
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From France (Paris, Marseille, Toulouse): Flights with Transavia, easyJet, and Vueling. Prices starting from 40 €, duration about 2 hours.
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From Germany (Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich): Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Ryanair connect Ibiza with direct flights. Prices between 50 and 120 €, duration about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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From United Kingdom (London, Manchester): easyJet, British Airways, and Jet2 fly all year round. Prices from 50 to 100 €, with an average duration of 2 and a half hours.
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From Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Austria: Frequent direct flights with a duration between 2 and 2.5 hours. Prices from 60 € upwards.
✈️ From the Rest of the World
There are no direct intercontinental flights to Ibiza. If you are traveling from outside Europe, you can easily make a stopover in Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Frankfurt, or London, all well connected to Ibiza.
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From America (New York, Miami, Toronto): flights to Madrid or Barcelona with a stopover, then connection with Vueling or Iberia. Total travel time: 12–16 hours. Average total price: from 500 to 800 € round trip.
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From Latin America (Buenos Aires, Mexico City, São Paulo): same itinerary via Spain.
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From Asia (Dubai, Tokyo, Singapore): stopover in Europe, then internal flight. Duration 15–20 hours.
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From Australia and Oceania: very long flights (over 24 hours), with at least two stopovers (e.g., Singapore + Madrid or Dubai + Barcelona).
2. Reaching Formentera from Ibiza
Formentera has no airport: the only way to get there is by sea from the port of Ibiza. A short and very scenic crossing.
🚢 Ferry from Ibiza to Formentera
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Departures: every 30–60 minutes from the port of Ibiza (Eivissa)
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Duration: 25–35 minutes
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Price:
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One way: from 15 to 30 €
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Round trip: between 35 and 50 €, depending on the company and time
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The main companies are:
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Trasmapi – comfortable and fast, with airport-port shuttle service included in some rates
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Baleària – also offers vehicle transport and online promotions
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Aquabus – the cheapest, great for backpackers
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Formentera Lines – ideal for those looking for fast rides
BeBlue recommends: book online to get discounts and avoid queues at the port, especially during peak months.
⛵ Private Water Taxi
For those arriving in Ibiza late at night or wanting an exclusive experience, private water taxis are a flexible and direct solution.
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Duration: about 25 minutes
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Price: from 300 to 500 € for the entire boat (4–12 people)
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Schedules: on request, even after midnight
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Departures: Marina Ibiza or Botafoch
Ideal for groups, families, or those who want to reach the BeBlue boat already moored in Formentera even at night.
3. How to Move Around Ibiza to Reach the Port
From Ibiza airport to the port (Eivissa) you can choose between:
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Bus line L10: departures every 30 minutes, duration 20 minutes, cost 4 €
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Taxi: travel time 15–20 minutes, cost 20–30 €
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Shuttles: included with some ferry rates (e.g., Baleària Express)
BeBlue recommends: if your flight arrives close to the ferry departure time, consider the taxi option to avoid delays.
4. Useful BeBlue Tips
✅ Book in advance (flights + ferry) to secure the best seats and save up to 30%
✅ Avoid bringing a car to Formentera: in summer access is limited, better to rent scooters, bikes, or use local buses
✅ Check updated ferry schedules: some trips are canceled in case of rough seas
✅ Be mindful of night schedules: the last ferry departs around 9:30 PM; if you arrive late, consider the taxi boat
✅ Need assistance? The BeBlue team can help you organize flight, transfer, ferry, and boarding all in one package.
Ready to set sail?
Whether you're traveling from Milan or Melbourne, BeBlue guides you step by step to your sailboat in Formentera or Ibiza. Contact us to receive personalized support, tailored solutions, and a worry-free vacation.
