How to get to Lanzarote: the complete guide

Lanzarote is the easternmost of the Canary Islands and is located right across Morocco. It is an island with unique morphology, stunning beaches and large sandy landscapes.

On our Lanzarote travel guide, you can find useful info and tips on what to do and see on the island. But first, let’s take a look at how you can travel to Lanzarote!

Flight or ferry to Lanzarote?

Lanzarote is the closest of the Canaries to mainland Spain and is connected to various destinations via ferry and plane. There are multiple inter-island ferry routes to Lanzarote, as well as flight connections from Spain and other European countries.

Wondering what’s the best way to get to Lanzarote? We highly recommend traveling by ferry. Here, you can read the best perks of traveling by ferry to Lanzarote:

• Ferry traveling is the most comfortable and enjoyable way to get around the Canaries, as you can stroll around and enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean.
• You can bring your car on the ferry to Lanzarote and easily explore the beautiful landscapes of the island.
• Traveling by ferry with your pet is more comfortable than flying, thanks to the ferries’ services and facilities.
• When it comes to protecting the environment, traveling by ferry to Lanzarote is the most ecological way to visit the Canaries. Read all about sustainable ferry travel on Ferryhopper.

The amazing sandy Playa del Pozo in Lanzarote

How to get to Lanzarote from the Canary Islands

Getting to Lanzarote from the rest of the Canaries by ferry is one of the easiest ways to reach the beautiful island. Read below everything you need to know about the most popular ferry connections and how long it takes to get to Lanzarote from nearby destinations.

Ferry from Gran Canaria to Lanzarote

There are at least 4-5 weekly ferry crossings from Gran Canaria to Lanzarote served by Trasmediterránea. The fastest ferry trip from the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to the port of Arrecife lasts around 6 hr 40 min to 10 hr. A standard ferry ticket for this itinerary usually costs €80 on average.

Note: you can find direct flights from the airport of Gran Canaria to that of Lanzarote. The trip with the plane lasts around 45 min.

Ferry from Fuerteventura to Lanzarote

The ferry connection between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote is rather popular and convenient as the two islands are close to each other. There are at least 10 daily ferry departures from the port of Corralejo in Fuerteventura to the port of Playa Blanca in the southern part of Lanzarote.

This itinerary usually runs from early in the morning until late afternoon and is served by Fred. Olsen Express, Naviera Armas and Líneas Romero.

The duration of the Fuerteventura - Lanzarote ferry trip is only 25-35 min and the price for a standard ferry ticket starts at €17.50 with Líneas Romero.

Ferry from Tenerife to Lanzarote

As of now, you can travel indirectly from Tenerife to Lanzarote via Gran Canaria. Don’t worry, as Tenerife is well-connected to Gran Canaria with multiple crossings. Then, you need to catch a ferry from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to the port of Arrecife in Lanzarote. 

The Tenerife - Lanzarote ferry route is mainly operated by Naviera Armas and takes about 11-17 hr, depending on how long the ferry stops at Gran Canaria. The cost for both ferry tickets is around €120.

Note: there are also flights from Tenerife to Lanzarote that last about 50 min.

The San Gabriel castle in Arrecife, Lanzarote

Traveling to Lanzarote from mainland Spain

An alternative way of reaching Lanzarote is by catching a ferry from mainland Spain. You can find at least 2 weekly crossings from the ports of Huelva and Cádiz to Arrecife, served by Naviera Armas.

But how long is the ferry from mainland Spain to Lanzarote? The ride to Lanzarote usually lasts around 26-28 hr, whether you take the ferry from Huelva or Cádiz. There are also indirect ferry trips that stop at Gran Canaria and are longer in duration.

A single ferry ticket from mainland Spain to Lanzarote costs around €95-€175. Discounts, offers, booking a cabin and bringing your car affect the ticket’s final price.

You can find more information and details on the ferry routes from Cádiz to Lanzarote and Huelva to Lanzarote on Ferryhopper.

Note: in case you want to travel by plane from mainland Spain to Lanzarote, you can catch a flight from Madrid, Seville or Valencia. Alternatively, there are multiple international flights from the UK, Italy, France, etc.

Book ferry tickets to Lanzarote

Start planning your trip to Lanzarote now! On Ferryhopper, you can find all ferry routes to Lanzarote along with the respective ferry schedules in Spain. Compare prices and companies, check timetables and book ferry tickets to Lanzarote online, without hidden fees!

Tip: on our Map of ferries, you can find all ferry connections between Lanzarote and other ports in Spain. Don’t forget to check our island hopping guide for the Canaries and explore multiple Spanish destinations with ease!