Alicante to Palma Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Alicante, Spain to Palma, Spain. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 182.9 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 37 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 18 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 182.9 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Alicante to Palma. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect inter-island route: the navigable route runs 13% longer than the 162 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to west-northwest.

Sea distance: 182.9 nm (338.7 km)
Direct line: 162.1 nm13% longer
Great-circle bearing: 62° (east-northeast)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 1.2° × 3.2°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Alicante (Spain) 38.3452, -0.4810
To: Palma (Spain) 39.5538, 2.6225
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	37 hours
8 kn	23 hours
10 kn	18 hours
12 kn	15 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Alicante to Palma Route

A medium-length coastal within one country sea route between Alicante and Palma de Mallorca, this passage linking the mainland to an island anchorage in the Mediterranean region demands attention to the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

The corridor between neighbouring ports of the same region joins Alicante, Spain to Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this medium-length coastal within one country leg in the Mediterranean region with attention to the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.
•Provisioning for this medium-length coastal passage in Mediterranean should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this within one country leg between neighbouring ports of the same region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Mediterranean conditions for this medium-length coastal crossing.
•For a within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Alicante to Palma by sea?

This is a medium-length coastal sea passage of about 182.9 nautical miles between Alicante and Palma in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Alicante to Palma?

Average voyage time on this medium-length coastal between neighbouring ports of the same region leg of 182.9 nautical miles is 18 hours – 37 hours.

What's the best time to sail from Alicante to Palma?

Aim for May-October for the calmest passage in Mediterranean; off-peak periods bring the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

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