Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo
A sea of white sand dunes beside turquoise beaches, just south of Corralejo in the north of the island.
Fuerteventura, Spain
Fuerteventura: airports, things to do and where to stay
Fuerteventura, the Canary Island closest to Africa, is a Biosphere Reserve known for its long white-sand beaches, its dunes and an almost desert-like volcanic landscape that is ideal for surfing and windsurfing.
Fuerteventura airports
From the airport to central Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura airport is about 21 km from central Fuerteventura.
Tiadhe (líneas 3, 10 y 16)
Buses to Puerto del Rosario and, depending on the line, to Caleta de Fuste, Las Salinas, Gran Tarajal or Morro Jable.
Taxi
Signposted rank outside the terminal. Puerto del Rosario is a few minutes away; Corralejo and the south of the island are further.
Fuerteventura
Things to do in Fuerteventura
Betancuria
The island's former capital, set in an inland valley, with the church of Santa María and whitewashed traditional houses.
Playa de Cofete
A wild beach several kilometres long at the foot of the Jandía mountains. Reached by a dirt track; swimming can be dangerous.
Cuevas de Ajuy
Large sea caves on the west coast, next to the fishing village of Ajuy, among some of the oldest rocks in the Canary Islands.
Where to stay in Fuerteventura
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Fuerteventura?
Fuerteventura is served by Fuerteventura (FUE).
How far is the airport from central Fuerteventura?
Fuerteventura airport is about 21 km from central Fuerteventura.
How do I get from the airport to central Fuerteventura?
From Fuerteventura airport you can take Tiadhe (líneas 3, 10 y 16) (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Fuerteventura?
Highlights of Fuerteventura include Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo, Betancuria, Playa de Cofete, and Cuevas de Ajuy.
Photo credits
- Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo: Tamara Kulikova, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Betancuria: Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Playa de Cofete: dronepicr, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cuevas de Ajuy: Rudolphu, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons