Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mahón travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mahón

With a population of 29.125, Mahón is a must-see destination in Balearic Islands, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mahón has to offer.

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When to visit Mahón

Mahón in December
Estimated flight+hotel price
£52
2 travellers
Flight to Mahón
3 nights at hotel
Mahón in December
Estimated flight+hotel price
£52
2 travellers
Flight to Mahón
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Mahón

Plane

When flying to Mahón, you’ll arrive at Menorca Airport (MAH), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Mahón include Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair. The shortest flight to Mahón from the United Kingdom departs from Nottingham and takes around 2h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Mahón is to pick up a car hire from Palma de Mallorca, which is about 143 km from Mahón. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Wiber, among others, in Palma de Mallorca.

Plane

When flying to Mahón, you’ll arrive at Menorca Airport (MAH), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Mahón include Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair. The shortest flight to Mahón from the United Kingdom departs from Nottingham and takes around 2h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Mahón is to pick up a car hire from Palma de Mallorca, which is about 143 km from Mahón. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Wiber, among others, in Palma de Mallorca.

Airports near Mahón

Airlines serving Mahón

Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,894 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,210 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,191 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,339 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,909 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (599 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,783 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,892 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (290 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (401 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (589 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,261 reviews)
Luxair
Good (66 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mahón

Average rates range from around £111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £101 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal La Isla and Hostal Jume - Urban Rooms.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mahón

Most booked hotels in Mahón

Artiem Capri
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£99+
Calallonga Hotel Menorca
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£82+
Hostal Jume - Urban Rooms
1 star
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
Catalonia Mirador des Port
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£94+
Hotel Menorca Binibeca - Adults Recommended - by Pierre & Vacances Premium
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£88+
Minura Sur Menorca
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£64+

Hiring a car in Mahón

Hiring a car in Mahón costs £24 per day, on average, or £97 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Menorca/Mahon.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Mahón (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.15 and £21.54. The most frequently booked car type in Mahón is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 108 Top! or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mahón costs £24 per day, on average, or £97 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Menorca/Mahon.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Mahón (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.15 and £21.54. The most frequently booked car type in Mahón is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 108 Top! or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.