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Catalina Flyer

400 Main Street · Newport Beach, CA

Why you should go…

The Catalina Flyer is a high-speed catamaran ferry that has run between Newport Beach and Avalon on Catalina Island since 1988. The 600-passenger vessel has enclosed and open-air decks, a VIP lounge, and food and beverage service, with the crossing taking about 90 minutes. Departures run year-round, with an expanded schedule from May through October.

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General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

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