Arrecife - Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Ferry to Tenerife
Arrecife - Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Ferry to Tenerife
Fares for the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife crossing usually range somewhere between $289* and $1448*. Most travellers pay around $580* for a Arrecife Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $289*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $579* on average. Bringing a car along typically brings the average fare up to $808*.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked September 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Arrecife Santa Cruz de Tenerife route generally kick off from Arrecife at around 11:00, and the last departure of the day is usually around 13:30.
With a longer crossing time, a trip between Arrecife and Santa Cruz de Tenerife is better suited to a weekend away or an extended stay, so you get proper value out of the journey.
Yes, Balearia & Naviera Armas carries vehicles on the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife route. Check our Deal Finder for up-to-date car ferry pricing on this crossing.
Whether a caravan or campervan is welcome on board the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry comes down to the ship and operator running the sailing. Pop your travel details into our Deal Finder, and we'll check the operators on this route for you.
Yes, Balearia & Naviera Armas takes bicycles on the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife crossing. Most operators are happy to carry bikes, but it's always worth confirming their exact policy before you turn up at the terminal.
Yes, Balearia & Naviera Armas carries foot passengers between Arrecife and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Pet owners are in luck — Naviera Armas allows pets on board between Arrecife and Santa Cruz de Tenerife. .
Fares reflect searches from the last 30 days, exclude service fees, and were last checked September 26.
Before you bring a pet on board, it helps to have the following sorted:
It depends on which operator you're sailing with — some ferries keep pets in your vehicle for the whole trip, while others have dedicated pet areas, kennels, or even pet-friendly cabins. Our Deal Finder lays out the options so you can pick the crossing that works for your pet.
There's a bit to know before travelling with a guide or assistance dog. Let our customer service team know in advance, or mention it to the ferry operator when you book, so everything's arranged ahead of time.
Carry any certification or documentation your dog needs, since you could be asked to show it at boarding or partway through the crossing.
Rules for guide dogs and assistance dogs can differ from general pet policy, even on sailings where pets aren't otherwise allowed. Reach out to our customer service team to check what applies to your sailing, or visit our Special Assistance Help page for more detail.
Whether the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
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| Arrecife - Santa Cruz de Tenerife Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $579 | |
| Average Price with Car | $808 | |
| Average Price with Motorbike | $415 | |
| Average Campervan Price | $276 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $362 | |
| Arrecife - Santa Cruz de Tenerife Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Lanzarote |
| Destination | Tenerife |
| No. of Operators | 2 |
| Operators | Balearia & Naviera Armas |
| Average Price | $580 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 9 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 10 h 10 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 8 h 40 m |
| First Ferry | 11:00 |
| Last Ferry | 13:30 |
| Distance | 166 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 September 2026.
Located on the Spanish island of Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands, the city of Arrecife derives its name from the reef ('Arrecife' is Spanish for 'reef') which covers the beach in the city. The town, which also has a port, lies on the east coast of the island and is served by ferries to the other islands in the Canary Islands and also to other destinations in Europe and mainland Africa.
Popular attractions in the city include Al Charco San Gines which is a salt water lagoon in the city centre surrounded by fisherman's huts. There is also the declared Historical Monument of La Casa de Los Arroyo which contains the "Blas Cebrera" Scientific Centre.
Destinations available from the port include Cadiz, Las Palmas, Santa Cruz de La Palma and Huelva.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a port city located on the Spanish island of Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands. The city has an important port and is filled with wide streets, beautiful landscaped areas and some fine examples of modern architecture. The city can trace its back around 400 years when the city began to develop in the late 16th century aided by its port which enabled to city to become the second most populated city in the Canary Islands. The centre of the city sits on the site of the former fortress of San Cristobal and is looked over by the monument dedicated to the Triumph of Candelaria, which is a neoclassical sculpture in Carrara marble and was created by the Italian Pasquale Bocciardo. This part of the city is also overlooked by the 18th century Baroque facade of the La Carta Palace. In the centre of the city, near the sea, several of the busiest streets and squares of the capital meet, such as the Plaza de la Candelaria.
From the city's port there are ferry services departing to mainland Spain and to the other Canary Islands.
