Ferry from Tenerife to Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)

On Ferryhopper, when booking your ferry trip from Tenerife to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, you can take advantage of regular discounts of up to 50% offered to specific traveler categories. While these discounts differ from one company to another, you can typically expect reduced ferry ticket prices for:

• Children (4-11 years old)
• Young travelers (under 26)
• Seniors (60+)

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

Note: infants and toddlers up to 3 years old normally travel free of charge.

The ferries serving the Tenerife - Las Palmas route are equipped with modern amenities for a quick and relaxed journey. Onboard the high-speed catamarans, you will typically find:

• Air-conditioned lounges
• Snack bars
• Car decks
• Designated pet-friendly areas
• Amenities for travelers with disabilities

On conventional ferries there are also cabins, restaurants, children play areas and seating on deck.

Some ferries also have a Wi-Fi hotspot so you can stay connected during the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Due to the short length of the trip, the high-speed ferries traveling between Tenerife and Las Palmas do not have cabins. For a more comfortable journey though, you can book a seat in the VIP lounge, with prices starting from about €100.

On the weekly conventional ferries serving the route, you can book a cabin for 1-4 passengers. Typically, you have the option between interior cabins, exterior cabins (with a sea view) and deluxe cabins (double bed & sea view). Cabin prices normally start at around €128.

Luggage

When traveling with Naviera Armas and Trasmediterranea from Tenerife to Las Palmas, you are allowed up to 4 items of luggage with a maximum combined weight of 60 kg. The ferry companies also offer trolleys to transport your baggage.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on all ferries serving the Tenerife - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria routes, provided you include them in your booking. Pets are allowed in seating lounges and on passenger decks, but they are not allowed in dining areas. When outside their carriers, they must wear a leash.

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 Tenerife to Las Palmas:

• The port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife can get busy, especially in the summer, so it’s best to be there at least 45 min in advance. If you are bringing along your vehicle, it is highly recommended to be at the port 1.5 hr before your ferry’s departure.
• The sea can get a bit choppy, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness medication before the trip. Your pharmacist or doctor can help you pick the best one for you.
• If you are visiting Las Palmas on a day trip, we recommend booking your return trip on the Gran Canaria - Tenerife ferry in advance, especially if you wish to bring along your vehicle.
• For more travel options, you can catch a ferry from Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Agaete, a port on the western side of Gran Canaria.
• For more ideas on where to go and what to do on your vacations, you can check our guide on a 7-day road trip in Gran Canaria.
• From the port of Las Palmas, you can catch a ferry to Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and more islands in the archipelago. Discover all available ferry routes on Ferryhopper and plan your island-hopping trip in the Canary Islands hassle-free.

Where to take the ferry from Tenerife to Las Palmas

Ferries to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria depart from the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital of Tenerife and co-capital of the Canary Islands. The city is located on the northeastern coast, about 15 km from Tenerife North Airport and about 60 km from Tenerife South Airport.

Bus line 20 runs from Tenerife North Airport to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 25 min. To reach the capital from Tenerife South Airport, you can take bus line 10 and arrive there in 50 min.

Where does the ferry arrive in Las Palmas?

Ferries from Tenerife usually dock at the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital city 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, there are cafés, restaurants, bars and a shopping mall, as well as hotels, ATMs and banks.