The route to the islands always begins in one of two cities: Quito or Guayaquil. Here is exactly how to reach Galápagos and how to move between the islands by air.
Every flight to the islands departs from Quito or Guayaquil only, operated by Avianca and LATAM.
The northern gateway to Galápagos. Around 3 hours to the islands, usually with a stop in Guayaquil.
The closest gateway to the archipelago. Only about an hour and a half in the air.
Only three airports serve the islands, each with a different role in your itinerary.
The main airport of the islands. Best for itineraries starting in Santa Cruz or Isabela.
Located in town itself, saving a long ferry at the start or end of the trip.
A small airstrip for inter-island flights only, with strict baggage limits and few seats.
The only four routes from the mainland to the islands, two to three hours over the Pacific.
Landing in Baltra suits itineraries starting in Santa Cruz or Isabela.
The fastest way to reach Santa Cruz.
Ideal for itineraries starting in San Cristóbal and ending in Baltra.
Saves a long ferry at the start of the trip.
Flights to Galápagos require the INGALA transit card and the National Park entrance fee, both handled at the airport. Booking ahead is recommended, especially in high season.
Small aircraft only, between San Cristóbal and Isabela, with baggage limits and very few seats.
Small aircraft, very limited baggage and weight-dependent.
Very few seats, early booking required.
From finding the best island fare to fully flexible premium travel, here are the service levels.
For travellers looking for the most economical way to reach Galápagos.
Comfort on the way to the islands while keeping the cost reasonable.
Everything in FLY Comfort, plus flexibility.
Our highest flight service level for the Galápagos Islands.
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