# Ibiza Airport (IBZ)

> Ibiza (Eivissa), ES · 7 km (4.3 mi) southwest of Ibiza

Web: https://airport.flights/airport/ibz
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## Facts

- **IATA**: IBZ
- **ICAO**: LEIB
- **Timezone**: Europe/Madrid
- **Runways**: 1
- **Terminals**: 1
- **Passengers**: 8.17M/yr
- **Official site**: https://www.aena.es/en/ibiza.html

## Overview

## Welcome

Ibiza Airport, with its compact layout, feels more like a vibrant beach club than a traditional business hub. It's a one-terminal operation where flip-flops are almost as common as boarding passes. During the summer months, Ibiza Airport operates nearly around the clock, driven by party-goers and travelers headed to Formentera ferries. However, during the quieter winter months, the airport scales back, becoming a sleepy regional outpost, with reduced services and foot traffic.

## At a glance

Handling over 8 million passengers each year, Ibiza Airport is situated about 7 km (4.3 mi) southwest of the town of Ibiza. All operations are consolidated into a single terminal, T1, making navigation straightforward. The terminal is home to budget airlines like Ryanair, Vueling, and Jet2.com. During peak season, expect the terminal to be bustling and lines to tail back, a reflection of the airport's role as a gateway to one of Europe's top holiday destinations.

## Terminals & layout

Ibiza Airport consists solely of Terminal T1, which houses 8 gates. This minimalist setup means you aren't bogged down by extensive corridors or multiple levels. High season can see crowding at gates and limited seating, particularly with early morning and late afternoon flights to and from European summer hotspots. Offseason, the terminal's quieter, with some shops and food outlets operating on reduced hours.

## Getting to and from the city

The airport's proximity to Ibiza town, only a 7 km drive, makes it quick to reach by various transport means. Taxis can be disproportionately pricey for longer resort runs, like those to San Antonio. An alternative is the L10 bus, which at €3–4, is much cheaper than a taxi's €20–30 to Ibiza town or port. This bus runs approximately every 20-30 minutes, offering a budget-friendly option for reaching Formentera ferries. During the summer, the L9 and L24 buses head to Sant Antoni and Santa Eulària/Cala Nova, respectively, although they can be slower than taxis.

## Traveller essentials

The airport has five parking options, including P1 General Car Park and P3 Motorbike Parking, with strict rules against unauthorized parking. Plan ahead with online reservations during the high season. Car hire at the airport's rental center can bypass the lengthy taxi queues. Keep in mind that in high season, the airport bustling activity can be exacerbated by security checks between 06:00–09:00 and late afternoons.

## Dining & shopping highlights

Dining is mostly dominated by familiar chains like Burger King and Subway. However, for a quieter experience, head to the smaller cafés such as Caffe di Fiore or Medas Beer in departures for local-style bocadillos and coffee. On the shopping front, the main terminal houses a mix of convenience and luxury, including the Duty Free Store, Desigual, and Hudson News, ensuring that travelers can pick up last-minute essentials or mementos.

## Lounges

There is one notable lounge at Ibiza Airport, the Sala VIP Cap des Falcó, located in Terminal T1. Access is available for €33.90, which can be worthwhile for escaping the terminal’s frequent hustle during peak times, especially with its inclusive amenities like snacks and beverages.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Small cafes upstairs in departures offer local bocadillos and coffee for a quieter pre-flight refreshment than main chains near security.

- **Time:** Security bottlenecks can spike between 06:00 and 09:00, and late afternoons, so plan your arrival accordingly if you have a tight schedule.

- **Money:** The L10 bus to Ibiza port costs €3–4 and is far cheaper than a €20–30 taxi, great for catching Formentera ferries.

- **Avoid:** During peak summer, the airport's main arrivals taxi rank gets overwhelmed, especially during weekend club-changeovers.

- **Local:** Catch the L9 or L24 buses instead of resort taxis to save €30–40 on trips to Sant Antoni or Santa Eulària/Cala Nova.

- **Time:** Make sure to sit at the front of the plane to beat the crowds on the airport's frequent bus rides to immigration and taxis.

- **Quiet:** Roadside lay-bys near the runway provide excellent spots for plane-spotting away from crowded areas.

## Terminals (1)

- **Ibiza Airport Passenger Terminal** — 8 gates · Ryanair, Vueling, Jet2.com, easyJet
  A modern terminal with essential amenities for travelers.

## Dining (10)

- **Burger King**
- **Caffe di Fiore**
- **Caffè di Roma**
- **Caffriccio**
- **Deli&Cia**
- **Enrique Tomás**
- **Farggi**
- **Medas Beer**
- **Santa Gloria**
- **Subway**

## Lounges (1)

- **Sala VIP Cap des Falcó** — /T1 · Main terminal, departures, Priority Pass and pay-per-use · €33.90

## Shops (14)

- **Adolfo Dominguez** — main
- **Desigual** — main
- **Divers** — main
- **Duty Free Store** — main
- **Hudson News** — main
- **Ibiza Duty Free Fashion** — main
- **La Botiga del Barca** — main
- **NBA Store** — main
- **Parfois** — main
- **Pharmacy** — main
- **Relay** — main
- **Superskunk** — main
- **Tech&Fly** — main
- **Tutete** — main

## Parking (5)

- **Express Car Park** — Short stay drop-off and pick-up
- **Long-Stay Car Park** — Long stay
- **P1 General Car Park** — Short and long stay
- **P3 Motorbike Parking** — Motorbike parking
- **Parking C** — Motorbike parking

## Ground transport (8)

- **Airport Car Rental Centre** — Car hire
- **Bus L10 Ibiza Aeropuerto–Eivissa** — Bus · about 20 minutes · : "only a few euros, much cheaper than a taxi for one or two people
- **Bus L24 Ibiza Aeropuerto–Santa Eulària–Cala Nova** — Bus · seasonal and runs only in the main summer months
- **Bus L9 Ibiza Aeropuerto–Sant Antoni** — Bus · less frequent than the L10
- **Intercity buses to resorts** — Bus · frequencies drop significantly at night and outside July–August
- **Pre-booked Private Transfer** — Car · an hour or more to the ride compared with a taxi
- **Taxi Rank Ibiza Airport** — Taxi · under 10 minutes · : "relatively short in both time and distance, so taxis become disproportionately expensive for longer resort runs like San Antonio compared with the direct buses
- **Uber-style local ride services** — Rideshare

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Small cafes upstairs in departures offer local bocadillos and coffee for a quieter pre-flight refreshment than main chains near security.
- _Time_: Security bottlenecks can spike between 06:00 and 09:00, and late afternoons, so plan your arrival accordingly if you have a tight schedule.
- _Money_: The L10 bus to Ibiza port costs €3–4 and is far cheaper than a €20–30 taxi, great for catching Formentera ferries.
- _Avoid_: During peak summer, the airport's main arrivals taxi rank gets overwhelmed, especially during weekend club-changeovers.
- _Local_: Catch the L9 or L24 buses instead of resort taxis to save €30–40 on trips to Sant Antoni or Santa Eulària/Cala Nova.
- _Time_: Make sure to sit at the front of the plane to beat the crowds on the airport's frequent bus rides to immigration and taxis.
- _Quiet_: Roadside lay-bys near the runway provide excellent spots for plane-spotting away from crowded areas.