Valencia To Ibiza: The Best Way To Get There!

TRAVELLING FROM VALENCIA TO IBIZA AND WONDERING WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO GET THERE?

With Ibiza being a short hop over the Mediterranean Sea from Valencia, you might be tempted to hop on over for a few days. In this post, I’ll outline the different ways of travelling there and give you some need-to-know info to help make the decision about which is the best way for you.

A view of the bay and Old Town in Ibiza Spain.

Valencia To Ibiza: By Air

Looking to travel swiftly from Valencia to Ibiza? Look no further! With a range of options available from Valencia airport (VLC), located conveniently close to the city center, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for a breakdown of these options to help you choose the best fit for your schedule and budget.

Which Airlines Fly From Valencia To Ibiza?

✈️ Iberia – Spain’s national airline operates 3 return flights daily between Valencia (VLC) and Ibiza (IBZ) in the morning, early afternoon, and late evening. Iberia will be the best experience out of the three airlines, but not necessarily the best value.

✈️ Ryanair – Ryanair is the leader in low-cost flights in Europe. Some bloggers will warn you to stay away but if you go in not expecting a lot and are on a budget, they are fine. I’ve found early flights to be on time but later flights tend to be delayed.

Ryanair operates 2 return flights daily, six times a week, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Flight prices range from €20-€150 so if you are flexible you can get a great deal. Be careful with add-ons – Ryanair charges for everything!

✈️ Vueling – Spain’s low-cost Ryanair rival. Vueling operates a seasonal route from Valencia to Ibiza from June to September. Flight prices range from €21-€125 but Vueling only currently flies on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays so you are less flexible. Similar to Ryanair, be careful with add-ons or you might get stung!

A yellow box saying Get your flights from Valencia to Ibiza now! in red lettering

How Long Is The Flight?

Short and sweet, the flight time from Valencia to Ibiza is 50 minutes each way. You could be enjoying paella in Valencia for lunch before jetting off and partying the night away on the white island of Ibiza.

What Is The Cost Of A Flight?

Return flight prices from Valencia to Ibiza range from €21 to €180 depending on your budget, luggage, and how flexible you are. One-way flights can be as cheap as €10 each way so check different combinations of flights with different airlines and both one-way and return tickets to find the best deal.

✈️ Iberia

One-way – €41-€86. Return -€70-€180.

Higher priced but better quality with a bigger free carry-on.

✈️ Ryanair

One-way – €10-€79. Return -€20-€185.

Cheaper but has a smaller carry-on. Good for a short trip but beware of added extras.

✈️ Vueling

One-way – €41-€86. Return -€70-€180.

Seasonal with fewer flights. Similar to Ryanair. Could be good for short trips but beware of extras.

A man waiting in an airport at sunset looking at a flight taking off.

Best Tools To Book A Flight

Looking for cheap flights is one of my favourite pastimes. I cannot resist a bargain and my impulsive nature means I often end up booking a flight to somewhere I’d never thought of going to all because of a cheap flight. Here are my 3 favourite flight search engines.

✈️ Google Flights – No surprise here. I love the flexibility and easy-to-visual graph Google Flights gives you. Put in the date you want to travel and play around with a return date.

You can select which airlines, how many stops, and even find graphs of how the price has changed helping you find that all-important bargain you can be proud of!

✈️ Skyscanner – Another big hitter in the flight-finding business. This was my go-to for many years before Google took its place in my heart. I

still love Skyscanner for its ‘Everywhere’ search function giving you even more flexibility. It’s worth using both Google Flights and Skyscanner together to see what bargains you find, especially if you’re flexible with where and when you travel.

✈️ Expedia – A bit of a wildcard compared to Google Flights and Skyscanner. Expedia has a decent search engine but its real use lies in getting a decent package deal on a flight and a hotel which sometimes ends up cheaper. Worth checking if you want to stay somewhere for longer.

If this is your first visit to Spain, check out why both Valencia and Ibiza feature in my list of the 20 Best Places To Visit In Spain For Firs t-Timers.

Valencia To Ibiza: By Sea

What Is The Ferry Timetable From Valencia To Ibiza?

Ferries depart daily from both Valencia and Ibiza. They generally leave Valencia in the late evening and arrive in the early hours of the morning. Ferries going from Ibiza to Valencia leave in the morning and early afternoon and arrive in the evening.

A photo of a Balearia cruise ship, one of the best ways to get from Valencia to Ibiza

How Frequent Are The Ferries?

There are three ferries a day with three different companies. Check the timetable on Sunday as there are fewer (and often no) options so plan accordingly.

Balearia

Balearia offers one daily crossing from Valencia to Ibiza, leaving Valencia at 10:00 PM and arriving in Ibiza at 4:00 AM. Trips usually take around 6 hours.

For Ibiza to Valencia, times and frequency can vary. There is usually one crossing a day departing between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM and arriving in Valencia around 5:45 PM. There are occasional later crossings leaving around 2:30 PM and arriving around 8:00 PM.

GNV

GNV also offers one daily nighttime crossing from Valencia to Ibiza. It leaves at 10:45 PM and arrives at 5:30 AM from Monday to Friday and leaves at 9:01 PM and arrives at 2:15 AM on a Sunday. GNV does not operate a crossing on Saturdays currently.

Crossings from Ibiza to Valencia leave at 1:30 PM and arrive at 7:30 PM from Tuesday to Friday. On Saturday and Monday, they leave at 2:15 PM and arrive at 7:45 PM. There are no crossings on Sundays currently with GNV.

Trasmed

Trasmed offers one daily crossing each way. From Monday to Friday, the ferry leaves Valencia at 10:45 PM and arrives at 5:30 AM.

For Ibiza to Valencia, the ferry leaves between 1:30 PM and 2:15 PM and arrives in Valencia between 7:30 PM and 7:45 PM. For weekends, the timetable is more seasonal so please check in advance directly with Trasmed.

*This website is only in English or Catalan so consider using Google Translate if you speak neither of these languages.*

A view of the bay in Ibiza town with a cruise ship in the bay.

How Long Is The Ferry From Valencia To Ibiza?

The ferry from Valencia to Ibiza takes between 5 hours 30 minutes and 6 hours 45 minutes from start to finish. Some companies offer a speedier crossing but you may pay more for the pleasure. Remember to factor in boarding and the weather when looking at travel times.

Another option is to travel from Valencia to Dénia and get the ferry from there. Dénia is around 106km or 66 miles from Valencia and takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. You can also get a coach which takes 1 hour and 30 minutes with Alsa.

Where To Get The Ferry From

Valencia: Port of Valencia

Ibiza: Eivissa Harbour, Avinguda de Santa Eulària des Riu, 17, 07800 Eivissa, Illes Balears, Spain

How Much Does It Cost To Take The Ferry?

There are many variables when buying a ferry ticket. A standard ticket can be as low as €15 but the standard price is usually between €50 and €55 for a one-way foot passenger ticket. Prices will vary depending on the season and whether you are looking to include a vehicle, a cabin and the type of seat.

How To Book A Ferry

The best way to book is online via the companies’ websites below.

You can try and book your tickets on the day, but I would advise that you book your tickets as early as possible to secure the best deals. If you are travelling with a car, early booking is essential as places fill up quickly.

A photo of Ibiza harbour. There is a blue sky with Ibiza Old Town in the background. In the foreground there are boats.

Looking for more day trips from Valencia? Check out my post on The 15 Best Day Trips From Valencia: The Ultimate Guide.

FAQs

Is Ibiza close to Alicante?

Ibiza is around 178km or 112 miles from Alicante, making it slightly further than Ibiza to Valencia. To get from Alicante to Ibiza, you can either fly using one of the three airlines above and travel to Dénia on the coast and take a ferry. Flights direct from Alicante take around 50 minutes.

How Long Is The Ferry Ride From Dénia to Ibiza?

The average travel time from Dénia to Ibiza is 3 hours, covering a distance of 124km or 77 miles.

Ibiza Streets. There are white buildings on wither side and a palm tree in the background

Final Thoughts: The Best Way To Get From Valencia To Ibiza

Given the body of water between Valencia and Ibiza, you are limited to flying or going by ferry.

For me, the best way to get from Valencia to Ibiza is by flying. I always prefer the ease and speed of flying especially if on a tight schedule. I usually pack light and like to zip to places quickly. Flying allows me to get to places quicker and easier.

However, if you have a lot of luggage, the ferry could end up being cheaper. Paying for luggage, especially with Ryanair and Vueling, will quickly add up and it could end up costing more than the ferry.

By going via a ferry you can also book a vehicle. With a vehicle, you can explore the white island of Ibiza at your leisure and find those off-the-beaten-track hidden gems. And it is better for the environment!

Either way, you are bound to have a fantastic time both in Valencia and Ibiza!

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