Ferry from Huelva to Gran Canaria

When traveling from Huelva to Gran Canaria, you can take advantage of regular discounts of up to 50% available to specific traveler categories. While these discounts differ from one company to another, you can usually expect lower ferry ticket prices for:

• Children (4-11)
• Young travelers (under 26)
• Seniors (60+)
• Large families (Spanish citizens)

Additionally, Canary Island residents are entitled to discounts of up to 85% on ferry tickets.

Note: infants and children up to 3 years of age generally travel for free.

The conventional ferries serving the Huelva - Gran Canaria route feature modern amenities for a comfortable and relaxed journey. Onboard, you will typically find:

• Air-conditioned lounges and seating on deck
• Bars and restaurants
• Shops
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Children’s play areas
• Amenities for passengers with disabilities
• Pet-friendly areas

Cabins and accommodation

For a more comfortable journey from Huelva to Gran Canaria, you can book a cabin for 1-4 passengers. Typically, you have the option between interior cabins, exterior cabins (with a sea view), deluxe cabins (with sea view and double bed), and pet-friendly cabins. Cabin prices normally start from about €325.

Alternatively, you can book a numbered airplane-style seat in the business lounge of most ferries, with prices starting at around €130.

Luggage

When traveling by ferry from Huelva to Gran Canaria with Baleària and Fred. Olsen, you are allowed up to 20 kg of luggage.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on ferries from Huelva to Gran Canaria, provided you include them in your bookings. Depending on the ferry company, you may have the option of bringing your four-legged pet with you in a carrier or on a lead, as well as booking a pet-friendly cabin or a place in the kennels.

Don’t forget to bring along the necessary health documents, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for the journey.

Good to know: for more information, you can check out our guide on traveling with your pet in Spain.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Huelva to Gran Canaria:

• The port of Huelva can get busy, so we recommend being there at least 45 min in advance. If you are traveling with a vehicle, we recommend arriving there 1.5 hr before your ferry’s departure.
• The sea can get a bit bumpy, so if you are prone to seasickness, consider taking motion sickness medication before the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your doctor or pharmacist.
• For more travel options from the Spanish mainland, it is also possible to take the ferry from Cádiz to Gran Canaria.
• As the ferry trip from mainland Spain to the Canaries can be quite long, we recommend booking a cabin for greater privacy and comfort. Alternatively, you can book a reclining seat in the business lounge.
• For more ideas on places to see and things to do on your vacations, you can check our guide on a 7-day road trip in Gran Canaria.
• Gran Canaria is a great starting point if you want to explore the eastern side of the Canary Islands archipelago, including Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. On our Map of ferries, you can compare all ferry routes for island hopping in the Canary Islands and plan your trip hassle-free!

Where to take the ferry from Huelva to Gran Canaria

You can travel by ferry to Gran Canaria and the Canary Islands from the port of Huelva in Andalusia. The city is located on the southwest coast of Spain, close to the border with Portugal.

The port of Huelva has 2 sections: the inner port (Puerto Interior), which is in the city, and the outer port (Puerto Exterior), the main port of Huelva, where ferries to the Canary Islands depart from. The outer port is located about 17 km from the city of Huelva, and the ferry terminals are at the south pier (Puerto Exterior Muelle Sur).

The outer port of Huelva can be reached by car and train, while the closest airport is the Seville Airport, which is about 105 km from Huelva.

Where does the ferry arrive in Gran Canaria?

Ferries from Huelva generally dock at the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital of Gran Canaria, on the northeastern coast of the island. Outside the ferry terminal, there are buses to take to the city center and other areas of the island.

In the area around the port, you will find cafés, restaurants, bars, shops and a shopping mall, as well as hotels, ATMs, and banks.