Gran Canaria Airport
General information
Gran Canaria Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the Canary Islands. The archipelago consists of thirteen islands, Gran Canaria is one of the seven largest islands. The capital of the island is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, not to be confused with the island of La Palma.
Location
Where is Gran Canaria Airport situated?
Gran Canaria Airport is located south of the city, parallel to the Autopista GC-1.
How many terminals does Gran Canaria Airport have?
The airport terminal is divided into four zones, Zone A for flights to and from the Canary Islands, Zone B and Zone C for flights within the European Union and Zone D for other international flights.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Gran Canaria Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Spain.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Tenerife North Airport | 112km |
| Tenerife South Airport | 117km |
| Fuerteventura Airport | 160km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Gran Canaria Airport to the centre of Las Palmas is 25 kilometres. By car, it takes 20 minutes to get to the centre of Las Palmas.
From LPA Airport to Las Palmas City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Gran Canaria Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Gran Canaria Airport you can travel by bus. Visit the Gran Canaria Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Gran Canaria Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Las Palmas is about € 35.-. Book your taxi at Gran Canaria Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From LPA Airport to Las Palmas City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Gran Canaria Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Sixt, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Gran Canaria Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Gran Canaria Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Gran Canaria Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Gran Canaria Airport.
Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Gran Canaria Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Gran Canaria Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Binter Canarias (NT)
- Ryanair (FR)
- TUI Airways (BY)
- TUI fly Deutschland (X3)
- Norwegian (DY)
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Gran Canaria Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Looking for the best hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Gran Canaria Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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