Cala d'Or Holidays: Package Breaks on Mallorca's East Coast
Resort · Balearic Islands · Mallorca · Spain
Cala d'Or holidays put you on Mallorca's south-east coast. Palma de Mallorca airport, which has direct flights from the UK, is about 40 minutes away by road. Two small harbour towns sit within a few miles: Portopetro, around 2 miles south, and Portocolom, about 3 miles north. Between and beyond them lie small coves such as Caló de Sa Torre, Cala Barca Trencada and Cala Marçal, plus Mondragó Natural Park and the prehistoric remains of Closos de Can Gaià. Summers here are hot and largely dry, and spring and autumn stay mild. On this page you can compare package deals, hotels, car hire and tours side by side before you book.
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- Palma de Mallorca airport has direct UK flights and sits about 40 minutes' drive away.
- Mondragó Natural Park, a protected stretch of coast, lies roughly 4 miles from the resort.
- July averages highs of 32°C with only around two rainy days at the Alcúdia station.
Package holidays to Cala d'Or
Flights, hotel and transfers together, ATOL protected, from UK airports.
Jet2holidays
Flights to PMI and hotel together, ATOL protected, from regional UK airports.
TUI
Package holidays in Cala d'Or with TUI's own flights and reps.
loveholidays
Mix-and-match flights and hotels in Cala d'Or, with low deposits.
On the Beach
Beach holidays in Cala d'Or: flights, hotel and transfers in one booking.
Who this resort suits
Holidays in Cala d'Or suit travellers who want sea, coves and a short transfer more than a big-city break. At around 40 minutes from Palma airport, the journey is easy with young children, and the small beaches close by, such as Caló de Sa Torre at about 2 miles, keep beach days simple.
Couples and anyone after quiet will like the walking and scenery around Mondragó Natural Park and the lighthouse at Porto Colom. History lovers have two archaeological sites within reach: Closos de Can Gaià, about 3 miles away, and the Talayotic town of l'Hospitalet Vell, around 7 miles away. If lively nightlife is your priority, check what each hotel offers before you book, because the attractions around here lean towards coast and countryside.
Where to base yourself
Portopetro is the closer of the two neighbouring harbour towns, around 2 miles away, with a population of under 800. It is the quieter option. From there you can reach Cala Barca Trencada, Caló de Sa Torre, Mondragó Natural Park and the Far de Cala Figuera beacon in Santanyí.
Portocolom is larger, with around 4,600 residents, and lies about 3 miles away. Its lighthouse, the cove of Cala Marçal and the beach at s'Algar are all nearby, and Closos de Can Gaià is on its doorstep. Staying in Cala d'Or itself puts you between the two, so either is a short hop for a day out.
Resorts and towns near Cala d'Or
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PortocolomIlles Balears · 3 miles from Cala d'Or
5 sights · 41 min from PMI · on the coast
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PortopetroIlles Balears · 2 miles from Cala d'Or
5 sights · 40 min from PMI · on the coast
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When to go to Cala d'Or
May to June and September to October: daytime highs between 23°C and 28°C with little rain.
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting to Cala d'Or from United Kingdom
Palma de Mallorca (PMI) has direct flights from the UK, including London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted, London Luton and Manchester.
Palma de Mallorca (PMI)
About 40 min by road to the nearest resortdirect flights from the UK
When to book your trip
The figures below come from the Alcúdia weather station on the north of the island. They give a fair picture of Mallorca's pattern. July and August are the hottest months, with highs of 32°C and 31°C, and July is the driest, averaging just 5mm of rain. Those months are also the peak of the British school holidays, so packages are in highest demand and worth booking early.
April is one of the best months to go, with highs around 21°C and a fresh feel for walking in Mondragó. November is similar, at around 21°C, and suits a late autumn break. May, June, September and October are good shoulder months: June reaches 28°C and October still manages 25°C. Winter highs stay around 16°C to 17°C.
Getting there from the UK
Palma de Mallorca (PMI) is the airport for holidays to Cala d'Or, Majorca. It has direct flights from the UK, and the drive to the resort takes about 40 minutes. Portopetro is around 40 minutes from the airport and Portocolom around 41 minutes, so transfer times barely differ wherever you stay.
If you prefer to drive yourself, you can compare car hire on this page. It makes it easy to reach Mondragó, l'Hospitalet Vell or the coves at your own pace. The island's ferry ports are Alcúdia, about 30 miles away, and Palma, about 34 miles away. Ciutadella on Menorca is around 50 miles across the water.
Booking your package
Most British travellers book Cala d'Or package holidays. A package combines the flight to Palma, your hotel and usually the airport transfer in one booking, and it is ATOL-protected when sold as a package. You choose the board basis, from room only or bed and breakfast up to half board or all-inclusive, depending on how much you plan to eat out in Portopetro or Portocolom.
On this page you can compare live deals from Jet2holidays, TUI, loveholidays and On the Beach. That makes it simple to set a Jet2 Cala d'Or option against TUI Cala d'Or packages and others for the same dates. You can also check hotel prices separately, browse tours and tickets, and compare car hire for days out.
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Questions people ask
What are the best beaches in Cala d'Or?
The nearest coves include Caló de Sa Torre, about 2 miles away, and Cala Barca Trencada, around 2.5 miles away, both towards Portopetro. Cala Marçal, near Portocolom, is also about 2.5 miles away. All three are within easy reach of the resort.
Which beaches are near Cala d'Or for a day out?
S'Algar, a beach on Mallorca's east coast in the municipality of Felanitx, is about 4 miles away near Portocolom. Mondragó Natural Park, a protected area around 4 miles towards Portopetro, is another good choice for a coastal day out.
How far is Cala d'Or from Palma airport?
The drive from Palma de Mallorca airport takes about 40 minutes. Nearby Portopetro is around 40 minutes away and Portocolom around 41 minutes. Palma has direct flights from the UK, so the transfer is short for a package holiday.
When is the best time for a holiday to Cala d'Or?
April, August and November stand out. April and November both reach around 21°C, which suits walking and sightseeing. August brings highs of 31°C for a beach holiday, though it falls in the school holidays, when demand is highest.
Can I compare Jet2 holidays and TUI deals for Cala d'Or here?
Yes. This page shows live package deals from Jet2holidays, TUI, loveholidays and On the Beach, so you can compare flights, hotels and transfers for your dates. You can also check hotel prices, car hire, and tours and tickets.