Transatlantic and long passage
Yacht delivery from Antigua to Azores
About 2,200 nautical miles, typically 14 to 19 days under way. For a 40-foot cruising yacht, expect an all-in cost of €10,000 to €17,000. Captains who sail this route give you their own offer.
- Distance
- 2,200 nm
- Under way
- 14 to 19 days
- 40 ft, all-in
- €10,000–€17,000
About this passage
The big jumps. Trade-wind westbound in November to early December; high-latitude eastbound May to July. Outside those windows insurance restrictions usually decide the answer for you.
Wait for the high to set up north of the Azores.
By boat size
| Under 40 ft | €8,500 to €14,500 |
| 40 to 50 ft | €10,000 to €17,000 |
| 50 ft and up | €12,500 to €21,300 |
Indications, not quotes. Season, the boat's condition and the weather move the real number.
Usually in the price
- The captain's fee
- Fuel
- Expenses on board
- The captain's travel home
Usually on top
- Your insurance
- Marina fees on arrival
- Repairs on the way
Questions
How much does a yacht delivery from Antigua to Azores cost?
For a 40-foot cruising yacht, an indicative all-in cost is €10,000 to €17,000: the captain's fee, fuel, expenses on board and travel home. Under 40 feet is roughly €8,500 to €14,500; 50 feet and up roughly €12,500 to €21,300. The real number comes from the captain once they know the boat and the dates.
How long does Antigua to Azores take?
About 2,200 nautical miles, typically 14 to 19 days under way. Waiting for a weather window can add days before departure, so a flexible start date helps.
Can I sail along?
Often, yes. Mention it in your request and agree it with the captain you choose.
How do I choose a captain?
Captains who sail the route reply with their own offer. You see their profile, licences and certificates, then talk to the ones you like and pick one.