Ferry from Palermo to Filicudi

Tickets, prices & schedules

Ferries from Palermo to Filicudi operate only during certain months of the year. Find detailed information about the itinerary, timetables and ferry prices, and plan your trip to the beautiful Aeolian Islands on Ferryhopper without any hidden fees.

Discounts

Toddlers up to 3 years old can travel from Palermo to Filicudi for free but are not entitled to onboard seating. Additionally, there are discount tickets for children up to 11 years old and residents of the Aeolian Islands.

On-board services and amenities

Ferry luggage

With Liberty Lines, passengers can carry up to 10 kg of hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 60x40x20 cm. Young travelers who are entitled to discount tickets can carry up to 5 kg of luggage.

Cabins

On the Palermo - Filicudi hydrofoils, there are no cabins available. Instead, onboard seating is included in the ticket price.

Pet travel

On the hydrofoils of Liberty Lines, you can bring along your pet, paying an additional fee. Make sure to fill out the appropriate information as you book your tickets. A carrier or cage is required for small pets, while larger ones must have a muzzle and a leash.

Useful tips for your ferry trip to Filicudi from Palermo

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Palermo to Filicudi:

  • In high season, we recommend arriving early at the port of Palermo to avoid delays and overcrowding. The same applies to trips on weekends. 
  • The Aeolian Islands are usually a bit more pricey in high season. To save money, we suggest that you book your tickets and find accommodation in Filicudi early in advance.
  • You can travel to the island of Filicudi even in winter, as there are departures from the town of Milazzo, right across the Aeolian archipelago! Check out the Milazzo - Filicudi ferry route here!
  • Once you get to Filicudi, you can explore the rest of the Aeolian Islands through island hopping. You can easily reach the islands of Alicudi, Salina and Panarea!
  • The uninhabited islet of Montenassari and the famous La Canna stacks are very close to the coast of Filicudi. Don't miss a boat ride along the island's coast to see these two natural wonders!

Where to take the ferry from Palermo to Filicudi

Hydrofoils to Filicudi from Palermo depart from Molo Crispi. The port of Palermo offers plenty of services, such as parking lots, shuttle buses, restaurants, shops and a left-luggage office.

How long is the ferry ride from Palermo to Filicudi?

The duration of the Palermo - Filicudi ferry trip is normally 2h 30m.

Palermo - Filicudi ferry companies

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FAQs

No, you cannot bring along your vehicle on the hydrofoils that serve the Palermo - Filicudi route.

The distance between Palermo and Filicudi is 62 nautical miles (about 115 km).

The connection from the port of Palermo to that of Filicudi is operated only by fast hydrofoils that take less than 3 hr to reach the island.

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