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Verdict

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher overall at 7.6/10 versus Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) at 7.3/10.

Score comparison

Metric Miami International Airport Palma de Mallorca Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.6 7.3
On-Time Performance 7.2 7.0
Passenger Experience 7.4 7.2
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.6
Lounge Score 8.2 7.0
City Miami Palma
Country United States Spain
Terminals North, Central, and South terminals 1 main terminal (4 modules A–D)
Annual passengers 52M+ 32M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy MIA — Miami PMI — Palma
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Miami, United States · MIA · #1 in this comparison

Miami International Airport

North, Central, and South terminals · 52M+ passengers/year

7.6 / 10

How good is Miami International Airport?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (8.0). Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Miami MIA is rated 7.6/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. American Airlines Flagship Lounge in Concourse D is the premium benchmark for long-haul departures. Allow extra time for immigration on arrivals and terminal-specific lounge planning. See /guides/mia-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.6 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.4 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 8.2/10

Highlights

  • American Airlines Flagship Lounge and Admirals Club in Concourse D — key for transatlantic and Latin America connections
  • Centurion Lounge in Concourse D for Amex cardholders on qualifying international departures
  • Heavy Latin America and Caribbean network — common connection point for UK travellers routing to South America
  • Terminal-specific lounge access — North Terminal (Concourse D) hosts most premium clubs

Overview

Primary US gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean — American Airlines hub with Flagship Lounge and strong oneworld connectivity.

American Airlines hub and lounge access

MIA is American Airlines' primary Latin America hub. Flagship Lounge in Concourse D serves long-haul international business and first class on AA metal. Admirals Club locations span multiple concourses.

British Airways and Iberia use MIA for select services — oneworld elites may access AA lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist in Central Terminal.

Palma, Spain · PMI · #2 in this comparison

Palma de Mallorca Airport

1 main terminal (4 modules A–D) · 32M+ passengers/year

7.3 / 10

How good is Palma de Mallorca Airport?

Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0), passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (7.6). Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Palma PMI scores 7.3/10 — the Balearics hub and among the UK's busiest Spain routes. Jet2 and TUI dominate package traffic. Allow extra time in summer. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-spain-2026 and /guides/palma-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.3 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.6 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
7.6
Lounge score 7.0/10

Highlights

  • UK's busiest Spain leisure airport in peak summer — Mallorca, Menorca ferry connections, and Ibiza transfers
  • Jet2, TUI, easyJet, Ryanair, BA, and Virgin Atlantic (seasonal) from 20+ UK airports
  • Extreme peak-season congestion — arrive 2+ hours before departure; UK261 on UK-return legs
  • Priority Pass at Sala VIP lounges — pre-book essential July–August

Overview

The Balearics' primary airport — Europe's busiest leisure hub in summer with dense Jet2, TUI, easyJet, Ryanair, and BA schedules from across the UK.

UK leisure traffic

Palma handles more UK passengers than almost any other single Spanish airport in July–August. Jet2 and TUI package holidays land here alongside low-cost scheduled carriers.

For Ibiza, allow ferry or connecting flight time from PMI — do not assume same-airport transfers.

FAQ

Which is better, Miami International Airport or Palma de Mallorca Airport?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher overall at 7.6/10 versus Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) at 7.3/10.

Which has better lounges, MIA or PMI?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher for lounges at 8.2/10, versus Palma de Mallorca Airport at 7.0/10.

Which airport is more on-time, MIA or PMI?

Miami International Airport (MIA) has stronger on-time performance at 7.2/10 versus Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) at 7.0/10.