How do I get to La Gomera by ferry?
The main ferry route runs from the port of Los Cristianos on Tenerife to San Sebastián de La Gomera. According to the official tourism portal, the crossing takes no more than about 60 minutes.
Fred. Olsen Express and Baleària operate on this route. Depending on the connection, the ferry companies carry foot passengers and vehicles. Departure times, journey time, vehicle transport and prices depend on the travel day, fare, vehicle type and possible discounts.
As these details change, they should be checked exclusively with the relevant ferry company for the specific travel date. The available official sources do not contain reliable, current 2026 prices for the Tenerife–La Gomera route.
Anyone landing at Tenerife South Airport must travel from the airport to the port of Los Cristianos. Anyone arriving at Tenerife North Airport must allow for the transfer to the south of the island. For international connecting journeys, sufficient transfer time should be planned.
How do I get to La Gomera by plane?
La Gomera Airport (GMZ) is in the south of the island in the municipality of Alajeró, on the road to Playa de Santiago.
In 2026, according to AENA, there are flight connections with Tenerife North – Ciudad de La Laguna (TFN) and Gran Canaria (LPA). The flights are operated by Binter.
For travellers from Germany, Austria or Switzerland, this normally means a flight to Tenerife North or Gran Canaria and then a connection onto a Binter flight to La Gomera. La Gomera Airport has no regular international direct connections.
Anyone arriving via Tenerife South must first reach the port of Los Cristianos and take the ferry from there. No direct flight connection from Tenerife South to La Gomera is listed.
What changed at La Gomera Airport in 2026?
The Aerodrome Flight Information Service (AFIS) is in operation at La Gomera Airport. AFIS provides pilots with the information required for safe and efficient take-off and landing operations. Canarias7 (29/03/2026) names Saerco as the current AFIS concessionaire; a new tender was published in February 2026.
For passengers, AFIS changes nothing about the journey. Flight schedules can still change; the binding times should be checked with Binter or AENA before booking.
La Gomera Airport remains a regional airport without international direct connections. Arrival from Europe continues to be via Tenerife or Gran Canaria.
How do I continue from the airport or port?
According to AENA, La Gomera Airport offers connections by bus, taxi and hire car or car. The airport is not in San Sebastián, but in Alajeró.
For accommodation in Valle Gran Rey, Hermigua, Agulo or in the north of the island, a longer onward journey on the winding island roads should be planned. Current bus timetables, taxi prices and hire car conditions should be checked before travelling with the relevant providers or the island administration.
The port of San Sebastián de La Gomera is centrally located in the island capital. From there, connections exist to all parts of the island. The mountain roads make short distances time-consuming; generous time planning is advisable.
Which arrival option makes sense for me?
The ferry is usually the most practical option when starting from Tenerife, especially with a hire car. Vehicles can be taken on the ferry. This makes sense because La Gomera is mountainous and sights are far apart.
The flight makes sense when connecting in Gran Canaria or Tenerife North and when travel time is tight. On a tour of the Canaries, arriving by ferry from Tenerife and returning by plane, or vice versa, is possible.
What should I check before travelling?
Timetables and flight connections can change seasonally or at short notice. Before departure, the Binter flight schedule and the AENA airport information should be checked.
Equally important are the timetable and fare of the booked ferry company, the check-in deadline for passengers and vehicles, and weather or operational notices on the day of travel. The onward connections on La Gomera should also be clarified in advance.
For entry from EU countries, a valid passport or national identity card is generally sufficient. The official tourism portal does not indicate any additional checks for such travellers.