Transatlantic and long passage
Yacht delivery from Las Palmas to Saint Lucia
About 2,700 nautical miles, typically 18 to 25 days under way. For a 40-foot cruising yacht, expect an all-in cost of €11,000 to €20,000. Captains who sail this route give you their own offer.
- Distance
- 2,700 nm
- Under way
- 18 to 25 days
- 40 ft, all-in
- €11,000–€20,000
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.
ARC convoy mid-November typical.
By boat size
| Under 40 ft | €9,400 to €17,000 |
| 40 to 50 ft | €11,000 to €20,000 |
| 50 ft and up | €13,800 to €25,000 |
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 Las Palmas to Saint Lucia cost?
For a 40-foot cruising yacht, an indicative all-in cost is €11,000 to €20,000: the captain's fee, fuel, expenses on board and travel home. Under 40 feet is roughly €9,400 to €17,000; 50 feet and up roughly €13,800 to €25,000. The real number comes from the captain once they know the boat and the dates.
How long does Las Palmas to Saint Lucia take?
About 2,700 nautical miles, typically 18 to 25 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.