Las Palmas to Puerto del Rosario Ferry

The Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Puerto del Rosario (Fuerteventura) ferry is a core inter-island link in the eastern Canary Islands, operated by Naviera Armas (Armas Trasmediterránea). It connects the archipelago's largest city with Fuerteventura's capital and administrative port.

Crossing time and frequency

This is a conventional ferry crossing rather than a high-speed hop. The passage takes roughly 6 hours 15 minutes, and Armas runs about six sailings per week. Departures are frequently timed so the vessel travels overnight, arriving into Puerto del Rosario in the morning, which makes it a practical option for freight, vehicles and passengers who want to save a night's accommodation.

Ships and onboard facilities

The route is served by large Armas ro-pax vessels such as the Volcán de Tamadaba, Ciudad de Valencia and Ciudad de Ibiza, carrying up to around 1,500 passengers and 300 vehicles. Facilities typically include:

• Cabins for the overnight sailing
• Reclining seats and passenger lounges
• Cafeteria and bar service
• Pet-friendly areas and a garage for cars, vans and motorhomes

The ports

Departures use the Port of Las Palmas, one of the busiest harbours in the Atlantic. Arrival is at the Port of Puerto del Rosario, right beside Fuerteventura's capital, giving easy onward access to the island's beaches and the resorts of the north and centre.

Fares commonly start from around €54 for a foot passenger, with cabins and vehicles priced separately. Because timings and the number of weekly departures shift by season, confirm the exact schedule, overnight departure time and vehicle availability before you book.