Flights to Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura

The charming Balearic island of Fuerteventura is a very popular vacation destination. Its laid back atmosphere, sandy beaches, charming restaurants and cafes are what makes this Spanish, Mediterranean island so appealing. If you're a beach and water sport lover, Fuerteventura is the ideal place to go.

Best Fuerteventura seasons

Fuerteventura is definitely an inviting all year round destination. The warm Mediterranean climate is ideal for chilling out on the beaches and topping up your tan. The island also has strong winds, perfect for kite surfing and surfing. Many travellers arrange travel plans to coincide with Fuerteventura's holidays and festivals. In February/March enjoy the Carnival in Corralejo and Puerto del Rosario. At the end of May there's the Dias de la islas Canarias where you can join in the many local events and listen to fantastic music. Columbus Day or Dia de la Hispanidad is held during October, a national holiday with many parades and exciting events.

Before you get to Fuerteventura

The best way to explore the island is by car, so why not arrange to hire a vehicle before you travel? Some parts of Fuerteventura are developed for mass tourism while other areas are more remote and only accessible by car. The cost of living in Fuerteventura is slightly cheaper than in the UK. Dining out and buying groceries in the local markets will cost you less than in Britain. The currency on the island is Euros so make sure you buy before travelling.

Island information

For local transport, bus number 3 or "Tiadhe" goes to Puerto Rosario from the airport costing about 1.20 Euros. The journey time is around fifteen minutes. Taxis will cost approx 10 Euros taking about 10 minutes to the island's capital city, Puerto del Rosario. Expect to pay around 15 Euros per night per person for hostel accommodation on the island. Three star hotels will cost you on average in the region of 50 Euros per person per night. There is affordable public transport operated by bus operator Tiadhe. The number 10 bus goes via Costa Calma to Morro Jable. A trip from Puerto del Rosario to Las Salinas is about 1.40 Euros, one way. Taxis are more expensive with prices starting at about 3.15 Euros plus 0.55 Euros per km between 6 am and 10 pm. 3.45 Euros plus 0.63 Euros per km from 10 pm until 6 am.

Airport Fuerteventura FUE

Fuerteventura Airport, also known by the name El Matorral, is on the Canary Island of the same name. Of the populated islands, Fuerteventura is the closest to the African continent. Although the airport is relatively small, by traffic volume it is amongst the top 10 most important airports in Spain. It is used primarily by European tourists and is not subject to seasonal variations due to the excellent weather that the islands enjoy all year round. The airport is managed by AENA, who also monitor Spanish airspace. Most flights to the island are operated by airlines bringing tourists from Germany and the United Kingdom. While most visitors will be arriving as part of a package deal using charter flights, particularly cheap flights are also operated by Ryanair and Easyjet from East Midlands, London or Leeds airports for example.

• URL: Official website
• Parking: Yes; paid parking; the first 30 minutes are free; about 1200 parking spaces.
• Directions by car: From Puerto de Rosario on the GC-430, follow the signs to the airport.
• Stations: Daily bus service: line 3 to Caleta de Fuste; line 10 to Morro Jable.

Location

Car: The airport is only 5 km (3 miles) south of Puerto del Rosario. Motorists should head for the island’s capital, and then take the GC-430.

Bus: Tiadhe buses stop in front of the terminal building arrivals hall. Line 3 operates daily to Caleta de Fuste, and line 10 via Costa Calma to Morro Jable. For departure times please enquire at the airport.

Car hire: many international and local car hire companies have offices at Fuerteventura Airport, these include Avis and Cicar.

Hotels: most passengers arriving at the airport will already have booked a hotel as part of their package deal at the top beach resorts on the island.