Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Gran Canaria Island, ES 🇪🇸 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
GCLP
IATA
LPA
Elevation
78 ft
Region
ES-CN
Local Time
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GPS Code: GCLP
Local Code: Not available
Location: 27.9319° N, -15.3866° E
Continent: Africa
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Canary Islands Las Palmas Airport Gando Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) elicits a mixed bag of traveler experiences, with overall sentiment ranging from highly satisfied on some platforms to intensely frustrated on others. While some travelers praise its modern facilities and efficiency, significant and recurrent issues with wait times at security and passport control often overshadow positive aspects.
What Travelers Love
- Comfortable Sleeping Environment: Travelers praise the availability of padded, armrest-free seating and a generally quiet atmosphere at night, making it suitable for overnight stays.
- Cleanliness: The airport is frequently described as clean and well-maintained by a number of reviewers.
- Good Bus Connections: Efficient and affordable bus services connect the airport to major destinations across the island, including Las Palmas and popular tourist resorts like Puerto Rico.
- Amenities After Security: The airside area features an excellent Duty-Free shop and a variety of restaurants and bars.
Common Complaints
- Excessive Passport Control Wait Times: A prevalent and significant complaint highlights extremely long queues and understaffing at passport control, with some travelers reporting over an hour's wait even when the airport wasn't particularly busy, and issues with non-functional e-gates.
- Security Control Issues: Some recent reviews detail chaos and rude staff at security checkpoints, with instances of passengers being directed repeatedly through checks or experiencing slow processing.
- Inadequate Seating and Service in Departure Lounge: In renovated departure areas, there are complaints about a lack of adequate seating in restaurants and long wait times for food service.
- Poor Special Assistance: Travelers requiring special assistance have reported being left unattended or experiencing disorganised and unhelpful staff.
- Overnight Terminal Closure: The main terminal is closed to the public between 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., which can be inconvenient for those with very early flights or long layovers.
In summary, Gran Canaria Airport offers decent amenities and good public transport links, making arrivals and departures generally straightforward for many. However, persistent problems with long queues and perceived inefficiency at security and passport control are significant detractors, frequently leading to frustration and negatively impacting the overall traveler experience, particularly during peak times.
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Airport Routes
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) offers 155 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Binter Canarias, Naysa, Canarias Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Gran Canaria Island include Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, Tenerife North (Los Rodeos), Arrecife (Lanzarote), El Matorral and London Luton.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- La Gomera (GMZ) new
- Arrecife (Lanzarote) (ACE) new
- Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD) new
- El Matorral (FUE) new
- Barcelona Int'l (BCN) new
- Tenerife North (Los Rodeos) (TFN) new
- Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG) new
- Trondheim, Vaernes (TRD) new
- Riga Int'l (RIX) new
- Copenhagen (CPH) new
- Oslo, Gardermoen (OSL) new
- Munich Int'l (MUC) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Gran Canaria AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Binter Canarias
IBB
/ NT
|
21 | 413 | 21 | Feb 7, 2026 |
|
Naysa
NAY
|
7 | 232 | 7 | Feb 7, 2026 |
| 9 | 160 | 9 | Feb 7, 2026 | |
Vueling Airlines
VLG
/ VY
|
9 | 86 | 9 | Feb 7, 2026 |
|
Canaryfly
CNF
/ PM
|
3 | 70 | 3 | Feb 7, 2026 |
|
Iberia Express
IBS
/ I2
|
1 | 48 | 1 | Feb 7, 2026 |
Jet2
EXS
/ LS
|
10 | 43 | 10 | Feb 3, 2026 |
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Air Europa
AEA
/ UX
|
1 | 37 | 1 | Feb 7, 2026 |
Ryanair
RYR
/ FR
|
16 | 22 | 16 | Feb 6, 2026 |
Sunclass Airlines
VKG
/ DK
|
7 | 16 | 7 | Feb 7, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
03L/21R |
10171 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
03R/21L |
10171 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.9 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official airport taxis are available 24/7 from the designated taxi rank located just outside the arrivals hall on the ground floor. The vehicles are white with a blue stripe and operate on a metered fare system. Fares depend on the destination, time of day, and day of the week. Most taxis accept both cash and credit card payments.
Rental Cars
A wide variety of car rental companies operate directly from the airport, with desks located in the arrivals hall. Major international brands like Hertz, Avis, Europcar, and Sixt are present, alongside popular local companies such as Cicar, Goldcar, and TopCar. It is highly recommended to book your vehicle in advance for the best rates and availability. Cars are collected from the nearby parking garage.
Public Transportation
The airport is well-served by the island's public bus network ('guaguas'), operated by the company Global. The bus stops are located on the upper level, outside the departures hall. Key routes include Line 60 to the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and lines 66, 90, and 91, which connect to the popular southern resorts like Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, and Puerto Rico. You can buy tickets directly from the driver.
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