Catalina Flyer is out of service in Newport Beach
April 3, 2019
Shuttle will remain dark until at least April 14, according to website.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The print version of this article incorrectly stated the Flyer is out of service in Dana Point. Catalina Flyer operates out of Newport Beach. We apologize for the error.
NEWPORT BEACH—Seafarers seeking to visit Catalina Island from Newport Beach will have to find alternate routes or wait a few weeks as Catalina Flyer’s service from Central Orange County to Avalon is down; the shuttle service across Catalina Channel will be dark until April 14, though the date could change.
News reports indicate the Flyer is down due to mechanical issues, with the service provided awaiting a part from overseas.
Those seeking to visit Avalon during the Flyer’s dark period can do so by hopping aboard Catalina Express. Visit www.catalinaexpress.com for information on ports and itineraries.
Visit Catalina Flyer’s website at www.catalinainfo.com for updates on when service will resume; the shuttle service has not updated its Twitter page since April 10, 2017.
The Flyer departs out of Newport Beach once per day; call the Flyer’s office at 949-673-5245 if you have any questions.
