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Son Bonet Airfield

Marratxí, Spain

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Son Bonet Airfield

Marratxí, Spain
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Mallorca's historic general aviation airfield near Palma.

Opened
1935
Location
Marratxí, Spain
Son Bonet Airfield (ICAO: LESB) is a general aviation airport located in the municipality of Marratxí, Mallorca, Spain, situated a few kilometres north of Palma. It serves light aircraft, private flying, flight training, skydiving, and other non-commercial aviation activities, complementing the main Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI). The airfield has historical significance as it was Mallorca's primary commercial airport before the development of Son Sant Joan, now known as Palma de Mallorca Airport. Today it is operated by Aena and functions exclusively as a general aviation facility, hosting flying clubs and aeronautical schools. Son Bonet has no scheduled commercial passenger services and does not hold an IATA code. It remains an important hub for sport aviation, pilot training, and parachuting operations in the Balearic Islands.
Getting to & from
The airfield is accessible primarily by private vehicle, being located near the main road connecting Palma and Inca in central Mallorca.
Notable facts
  • ›Son Bonet served as Mallorca's main commercial airport before Son Sant Joan (now Palma Airport) was developed.
  • ›The airfield is operated by Aena, Spain's public airport authority.
  • ›It is a centre for sport aviation, including parachuting and gliding activities.
  • ›No scheduled commercial flights operate from Son Bonet.
  • ›It hosts several flying clubs and flight training organisations on the island.
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A historic general aviation hub nestled in Mallorca's sun-drenched heartland

Son Bonet Airfield, located near Marratxí in the Balearic Islands, is one of Spain's oldest operational aerodromes, with roots stretching back to the early twentieth century. Serving as Mallorca's primary facility for general aviation, flight training, and light aircraft operations, it plays a quiet but essential role alongside the busier Palma de Mallorca Airport. The airfield retains a relaxed, community-focused character favoured by flying clubs, skydiving operators, and private pilots.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A modest facility handling light aircraft arrivals, departures, and flight club administration.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi from Marratxí town centre (approximately 5–10 minutes)
  • Private car or rental vehicle via nearby roads
  • Bus services connecting Marratxí to Palma city centre
  • Ride-hailing apps available in the Palma metropolitan area
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Portol (Marratxí area)
  • Palma Marriott Son Antem Golf Resort & Spa
  • Meliá Palma Bay
  • Iberostar Selection Jardín del Sol
Dining

On-site dining at Son Bonet is limited to a small clubhouse bar used primarily by pilots and aviation enthusiasts. The nearby town of Marratxí and the surrounding villages offer local Mallorcan restaurants serving traditional dishes such as frito mallorquí and ensaimada pastries. Palma city centre, roughly 8 kilometres away, provides a wide range of dining choices from tapas bars to fine dining.

Traveller Tips
  • Son Bonet is a general aviation field — if you are connecting to commercial flights, Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is nearby and handles all scheduled services.
  • Skydiving and aerobatic experiences are available through resident flying clubs, making the airfield a draw for adventure travellers.
  • Renting a car is the most practical transport option as public bus connections are infrequent.
  • Check airfield NOTAMs and contact the flight information service in advance, as operating hours are limited compared to commercial airports.

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