Ferries to the Canary Islands – Schedules, Deals and Online Booking
The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, famous for their mild climate year-round, golden beaches, and volcanic landscapes. Each island has its own unique character: Tenerife and Gran Canaria offer vibrant cities and full tourist services; Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are known for their beaches and desert-like scenery; La Palma, La Gomera, and the smaller islands are perfect for nature lovers and trekking. Ferries are a convenient solution for reaching the Canaries from mainland Spain and for traveling between the islands.
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▸ Connections to Canary Island▸ Prices and offers▸ Check-in and Boarding▸ Travel Tips▸ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions🌍 Ferry Connections to the Canary Islands
Reaching the Canary Islands by sea is easy thanks to regular connections from mainland Spain and frequent inter-island ferry routes.
Main ferry Companies
Ferry connectyion to the canary Island are operated by: 
Naviera Armas from Cadiz 
Fred Olsen Express from Huelva and among the islands.
The main ports are Tenerife (Santa Cruz, Los Cristianos), Gran Canaria (Las Palmas, Agaete), Lanzarote (Arrecife), Fuerteventura (Puerto del Rosario, Corralejo), La Palma (Santa Cruz de La Palma), and La Gomera (San Sebastián).
⛴️ Active Routes
The main routes connect the ports of Cadiz and Huelva to the major islands, while inter-island ferries allow for fast travel between islands.
- Cadiz → Gran Canaria: ~35 h
- Cadiz → Tenerife: ~43 h
- Cadiz → Lanzarote: ~28 h
- Cadiz → Fuerteventura: ~29 h
- Huelva → Gran Canaria / Tenerife: ~34–39 h
Inter-island Connections
- Gran Canaria ↔ Tenerife: ~1 h 20 – 1 h 40
- Tenerife ↔ La Gomera: ~50 min
- Tenerife ↔ La Palma: ~2 h 30
- Fuerteventura ↔ Lanzarote: ~25–35 min
- Gran Canaria ↔ Fuerteventura: ~2–6 h
- La Graciosa and Lobos: ~15–30 min
Onboard Services
- 🛌 Interior and exterior cabins
- 🛋️ Seats and lounge areas
- 🍽️ Restaurants, bars and self-service
- 📶 Wi-Fi and entertainment
- 🐶 Pet-friendly cabins (limited availability)
- ♿ PRM services for reduced mobility
💶 Prices and Deals
Prices vary depending on the season, type of accommodation, and whether you travel with a vehicle. Various promotions are available:
- Seasonal offers during specific periods.
- Early booking discounts.
- Vehicle discounts for cars, motorcycles, and campers.
⛴️ Check-in and Boarding
- Boarding pass: available online or at the port.
- Required documents: valid ID card for EU citizens, passport for non-EU nationals.
- Arriving at the port: 2 hours before departure with a vehicle; 1 hour without a vehicle; for inter-island routes 1 hour with a vehicle and 30 minutes on foot.
🌴 Travel Tips
Each island offers something unique: modern cities, volcanic beaches, unspoiled nature, or slower rhythms. Spring and autumn offer perfect weather with fewer crowds.
- Visit multiple islands using fast ferries.
- Book in advance during high season.
- Bring layered clothing.
- Rent a car to explore inland areas and remote beaches.
- Try dolphin-watching or diving excursions.
Local cuisine: papas arrugadas with mojo sauce, fresh fish, cheeses, bienmesabe.
Useful info: language Spanish; currency Euro; time zone GMT+0; driving on the right.
CANARY ISLANDS FERRIESYes, ferries accept pets. They can travel in pet-friendly cabins (very limited number), in the ship's kennels or on the deck. They are not usually allowed in the dining rooms or lounges. Please check the company's website to verify their conditions for transporting pets.
Usually not, meals must be purchased separately on board. However, on Fred Olsen, meals are included when you book a cabin (excluding drinks).
Yes, this is possible depending on the fare conditions of each airline. We encourage you to check the change or cancellation options available at the time of booking.
For EU citizens, a valid identity card is sufficient. A passport is only required for non-EU citizens or in the case of documents that are not recognised as valid for entry into Spain.
Yes. In the case of advanced pregnancy, we recommend that you present a medical certificate attesting to your fitness to travel in order to ensure maximum safety on board.
Invoices are only issued for the following companies:
- Grimaldi Lines: follow the link on the ticket;
- GNV: invoices can be requested using the following link: https://booking.gnv.it/formfatc
- Moby, Tirrenia and Toremar: invoices can only be requested by telephone before purchase by contacting our call centre;
- Blu Navy issues invoices within 24 hours of ticket purchase by sending an email or contacting the company by telephone.
Invoices cannot be issued for any other companies.
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