FERRY TRIPS
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.
Take a fast one-way ferry from San Pedro to Avalon on Catalina Island. Mobile tickets, great Pacific views, and easy arrival.
Most Popular“Comfortable one hour trip to Catalina Island. There was a small cafe area where you can order coffee, alcoholic beverages, and snacks. Catalina Island was beautiful and amazing. Plenty of shopping and restaurants. I highly recommend it!”
Newport Beach to Avalon ferry on Catalina Island with flexible one-way options, great ocean views, and onboard snacks aboard Catalina Flyer.
“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.”
Catalina Flyer ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon in about 75 minutes, with three decks, great views, and easy day-trip timing.
“Only about 30 people on our ride to Avalon. Weather was perfect. Staff was nice. Boat was clean. We took our e bikes & they helped us load & unload. Check in was a smooth process.”
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.
“We really enjoyed the ferry. It was evening and cold, so glad we had comfortable and warm seats inside.”
Avalon to San Pedro in about an hour on Catalina Express. Mobile ticket, Pacific views, and snacks for purchase. One-way ferry.
“awesome! Easy boat ride. Great weekend trip with the family. Awesome customer service from Viator. Would certainly book again through Viator.”
From the Aegean to the Andaman, here is every crossing on the site.
