Cheap flights to Ibiza, Spain
Book a cheap flight to Ibiza and fall in love with the infamous white isle like so many people before you. During the days of the Roman Empire, Ibiza was a quiet imperial outpost. How those centurions would feel about the place now, with its reputation as possibly the most hedonistic and infamous of all the Balearic islands, is anyone’s guess. Ibiza was settled in the 7th century by the Phonecians and the capital, Ibiza Town, is one of the oldest cities in Europe. Looming over the town is the imposing Dalt Vila, with its fortress built to protect the island from outsiders. These days it’s invaded by over 3 million travellers a year and, with over 50 beautiful beaches to explore and numerous pristine nature reserves to enjoy – quite aside from the party-hardy reputation – there are lots of reasons to come.
If you haven’t done so before take a flight to Ibiza and be prepared to wowed by it’s beauty. Two must sees are Las Salinas Salt Flats and the C’an Marca caves. The Salt Flats are a great location to take photos at sunset. Once the water evaporates during the hot summer months a layer of sparkling salt is left in the flats. Located in the north of the islands and offering breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, the C’an Marca caves are said to be over 100,000 years old and home to mysterious stalactites and stalagmites.
We offer cheap flights to Ibiza from Belfast City and East Midlands Airport up to twice a week from May to September.
Find Ibiza's best:
- Nightlife
Nightlife
Best beach club:
Ushuaia
Just over 3km from the centre of Ibiza Town is Playa d’en Bossa, which has recently been enjoying a resurgence, with many fabulous beach restaurants opening over the past summer, such as the Delano, Ushuaia, La Plage and Sands, to name a few. By day Ushuaia has sunbeds, massages, a juice bar and scrumptious food; by night it turns into a playground for the cool, where international DJs spin the discs, and cocktails and sushi are de rigueur.
Where: Ushuaia, Playa d’en Bossa, San Jose, Ibiza, tel: +34 971 308 088
Website: http://www.ushuaiaibiza.com/
Best nightclub:
The Underground
Nightlife is a major attraction for many people visiting the island, and there are a huge number of bars and clubs to cater for a variety of different musical tastes, with many famous DJs from around the world attracting large crowds. One well-known club in Ibiza is Privilege (http://www.privilegeibiza.com), which holds 12,000 people and carries the title of the World's Biggest Club in the Guiness Book of Records. Then there’s the famous Pacha nightclub (http://www.pacha.com) that’s the mother club to this worldwide clubbing brand, but if you’re seeking a less commercial club that doesn’t have a door charge there’s the Underground in Sant Rafael – a very cool paradise for clubbers in the know. There are no flyers – just word of mouth, so keep your ears to the ground…!
Where: The Underground Club, just off the main Ibiza-San Antonio Road, on the left-hand side just before Sant Rafael
Best cocktail bar:
Aura
Visitors have included Jade Jagger, Sienna Miller and James Blunt, who came to enjoy the party and meet with friends, this lounge now features London mixologists Sweet & Chilli, who can whip you up the most delicioiusly refreshing mojito on the island. Drink it from a perch on a bar stool or work it off with a spin ‘round the dance floor.
Where: Aura, km 13.5, Carretera de Sant Joan, San Lorenzo, tel: +34 971 325 356
Website: http://aura-ibiza.ibiza-bars.net/
- Art
Art
Best museum:
Museu Arqueològic
To learn more about Ibiza and it’s history, the Archaeological Museum within the Dalt Vila, the old Roman part of town, will put the whole island and its culture into focus as you pore over old coins and artefacts, as well as see old Ibiza in photographs. It’s housed in a former government centre next to the cathedral.
Where: Museu Arqueològic, 3 Plaça de la Catedral, Dalt Vila, tel: +34 971 301 231
Website: http://www.ciutatdeivissa.org
- Beaches
Beaches
Best day trip:Formentera
A trip to Formentera, a small island about 40 minutes from Ibiza Town, makes for a beautiful day out. It’s very tranquil and picturesque, with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear turquoise water. There are two beaches in particular that are worth exploring: Playa de Illetas and Playa Migjorn. Jump on the ferry from Ibiza Town for the 30-minute journey, or charter a boat – the latter obviously being the more expensive option!
Where: Ibiza Town Ferry Port, Avenida Andanes
Website: http://www.directferries.co.uk
- Cafes
Cafes
Best sunset viewing:
Café Mambo
If you like the idea of being where everyone else is, then one of the best-known areas of Ibiza – it’s particularly popular with English tourists (it has an area known as "The West End" that has lots of bars and clubs that seem to attract them...) – San Antonio is the place to come. It also has the reputation for being a great spot to catch the sunset at any of its famous seafront bars. So, for a sundowner while you watch the sun go down, head to surf-side Café Mambo.
Where: Café Mambo, Vara de Rey, San Antonio; tel: +34 971 346 638
Website: http://www.cafemamboibiza.com
Ibiza (IBZ)
Location
4.5 miles from Ibiza Town, around 20 minutes drive time and next to San Jose.
By busThe Ibiza Airport bus service departs every 30 minutes from outside the Arrivals area from 07:20 to 22:50. The journey to the terminus on Avenida Isidoro Macabich in Ibiza Town takes approximately 30 minutes and is inexpensive. There is adequate space for luggage storage on the Ibiza Airport bus. Connections to San Antonio, Sant Rafeal, St Jordi, Salinas, Santa Eulalia, Cala Llonga and Santa Agnes can be made at Ibiza Town.
By taxi
Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is well serviced by taxis, which can be found directly outside the Arrivals Hall. Taxis can only carry up to four passengers including children. Adapted taxis for disabled passengers are also available with advanced booking. Ibiza airport taxis operate according to a meter, with a minimum fare charge.
By shuttle
There are a number of private companies offering shuttle services from Ibiza Airport including Shuttle Direct and Resorthoppa. These are booked prior to you arrival at Ibiza Airport and are ideal for groups travelling together. Transfers can be made to any destination on the island and the price often works out to be cheaper than using Ibiza airport taxis.
Check-in
bmibaby check-in opens two hours prior to the scheduled departure time of your flight and we strongly recommend that you allow the full two hours to check-in.
Check-in on international flights to and from and over mainland europe will close promptly 40 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
European Emergency Number
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