Gran Canaria Airport – flight delay
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Gran Canaria Airport is an international airport in Spain. It's located approximately 19 km south of Las Palmas’ city centre. In 2018, more than 13.6 million air travellers were recorded at the airport. Gran Canaria Airport is the hub for Binter Canarias, Canaryfly, Norwegian Air International and Vueling.
Arrivals (flight irregularity)
Departures (flight irregularity)
Gran Canaria Airport transfer time: MCT
It is important to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It is recommended to always check this before booking flight tickets. When claiming for compensation for a missed connection, a passenger should know the MCT. Below you can see the MCT in Gran Canaria Airport for connecting flights.
- Between domestic flights: 25 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
- Between international flights: 60 min.
Gran Canaria Airport terminals
Terminals are the areas or separate buildings in airports through which passengers can move between ground transport and the places for boarding or disembarking from the aircraft. It is essential to check the terminal prior to getting to the airport when you depart or have a connection to another flight, as the terminals in bigger airports can be far away from each other and travellers usually need extra time to get to the right one. Gran Canaria Airport has 3 terminals.
Terminal A – Schengen international flights
Terminal B – domestic flights within the Spanish Peninsula
Terminal C – flights within Canary Islands
Gran Canaria Airport: Transport
It can be a challenge to find the most convenient way to reach the city centre when visiting a destination for the first time. It is not always possible to travel by public transport directly from the airport and taxis might be costly. We recommend checking all the possibilities before the journey so you know what your choices are and can prepare for your trip respectively.
Go here for the most up-to-date information and connections of public transport.
Gran Canaria Airport buses
- Line 1
Direction: Puerto de Mogán
Operating hours: 05:00 AM - 11:30 PM, daily - Line 11
Direction: Agüimes
Operating hours: 05:50 AM - 09:50 PM, daily - Line 91
Direction: Playa del Cura - Line 66
Direction: Faro de Maspalomas
Gran Canaria Airport taxi
- Pick up point: outside the Terminals
Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to the city centre of Las Palmas
Approximate price: 35 EUR
Where to have a rest in Gran Canaria Airport
At times, passengers have prolonged waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a delayed flight until the following day. In such cases, it is essential to note the places in or near the airport where you can have a decent break or pass time before your flight.
Gran Canaria Airport lounge
Airport lounges are places that provide passengers with a variety of benefits and services, for example relaxation areas, food and drink, WIFI, showers, etc., so passengers can wait in a comfortable environment.
- Sala Galdos Lounge
Location: Level 2, Boarding area C
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Price: 31 EUR
Gran Canaria Airport hotels
When your flight takes off the next day or the lounge isn’t so relaxing, you can opt to stay in a hotel close to the airport. Sometimes hotels are situated in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the airport area to get to the closest one. We have chosen a selection of hotel options in case you opt to stay overnight before your flight.
- Finca La Manigua Hotel
Price: from 40 EUR per night
Address: Camino Cardonal Alto 13, 35219 Ojos de Garza, Telde, Las Palmas, Spain
Contact: +34 670 420 776
Website: click - Hostal La FONDA Hotel
Price: from 35 EUR per night
Address: Calle Antonio Benítez Galindo, 6, 35250 Ingenio, Las Palmas, Spain
Contact: +34 928 663 118
Website: click - Canary Sun Hostel
Price: from 34 EUR per night
Address: Calle Navarra, 6, 35200 Telde, Las Palmas, Spain
Contact: +34 928 239 515
Website: click
Gran Canaria Airport restaurants
While travelling, it's necessary to have enough food and drink. We have a variety of choices for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during a long layover, or a snack to take on board with you.
Click here for a comprehensive list of dining places in Gran Canaria Airport.
- Soho Coffe CO
Description: salads, wraps, sandwiches, juices
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule - Starbucks
Description: coffee, drinks, desserts, sandwiches, snacks
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: Mon and Thu: 05:00 AM - 06:00 PM, Wed, Fri and Sat: 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Sun: 06:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Tue: 06:00 AM - 05:00 PM - Dehesa de Santa María
Description: tapas, wines, beers, deserts
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Burger King
Description: fast food restaurant
Location: Departures, Level 1 - Leon
Description: healthy fast food
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily - The Garden
Description: self-service restaurant with traditional local cuisine
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
Shops in Gran Canaria Airport
If you leave your souvenir purchasing to the last possible minute, or you merely have time to pass before flying, it's worth visiting the airport shops. Our guide below can help you to discover the ideal shopping locations for your needs.
Follow this link for a comprehensive description.
- Gran Canaria
Description: Duty Free
Location: Departures, Level 1 and Arrivals, Level 0 - Relay
Description: magazines, newspapers, journals, snacks and refreshments
Location: several locations in Departures - El Market Canarias
Description: souvenirs
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Base
Description: sports clothing
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Tutti Frutti
Description: candy shop
Location: Departures, Level 1
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Gran Canaria Airport car hire
Sometimes you have to travel by car, or it may be the most pleasurable mode of transportation for your journey. The list below will make it easier for you to select the best car hire company for your journey.
- TopCar
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: +34 928 579 159 - Sixt
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
Contact: +34 871 180 192 - Hertz
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: +34 928 579 577 - Autoreisen
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 02:00 AM, daily
Contact: +34 678 314 396
Other services in Gran Canaria (LPA) Airport
Below are some other key amenities in the airport that you could need while travelling.
- Lost & Found
Location: Departures, Level 2
Contact: email: lpa.operdidos@aena.es - Meeting rooms
Location: Departures, Level 2
Contact: +34 928 579 005, email: lpainfo@aena.es - Tourist Information
Location: Baggage reclaim area, Level 1
Contact: +34 928 574 117 - Children's play areas
Location: Boarding area, Level 1
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