5 Best Catalina Island Ferries

The crossings worth booking.

The 5 most popular catalina island ferries. We break down the sailings worth booking - the crossing time, the fare, who runs the boat and what the trip is actually like once you are aboard.

5 Best Catalina Island Ferries

Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry

/ June 16, 2026

1.Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry

Take a fast one-way ferry from San Pedro to Avalon on Catalina Island. Mobile tickets, great Pacific views, and easy arrival.

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

/ June 16, 2026

2.Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach to Avalon ferry on Catalina Island with flexible one-way options, great ocean views, and onboard snacks aboard Catalina Flyer.

★ 4.6

“I upgraded the ticket to “VIP,” an additional $30 for two, which gave us the climate-controlled seating with an elevated view and 10% snacks and drinks. The trip was comfortable, punctual, organized, and speedy at 1.5 hours each way. Staff was pleasant.”

138 reviewsFrom $47by Catalina Flyer

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Catalina Island Ferries, Newport Beach, Tour Reviews

Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon

/ June 16, 2026

3.Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon

Catalina Flyer ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon in about 75 minutes, with three decks, great views, and easy day-trip timing.

★ 4.0

“Congested, show up early. The ride was fun, but more like a bus trip. Catalina island was a bit of a disappointment. I expected bigger beaches.”

136 reviews1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)by Catalina Flyer

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Catalina Island Ferries, Newport Beach, Tour Reviews

Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach

/ July 4, 2026

4.Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach

Take the Catalina Flyer one-way ferry from Avalon to Newport Beach. Plan for check-in, grab seats early, and enjoy a smooth 1h15 crossing.

★ 3.5

“Highly recommended ! Excellent customer service ! Give yourself at least three hours to get there. Make sure you pack everything and what you’re going to wear. Make sure you have enough cash for parking $50 should be good enough, or can use Lyft ride sharing To take you there and drop you off.”

12 reviews1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)by Catalina Flyer

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