La Palma Airport

SPC / GCLA

IATA Code
SPC
ICAO Code
GCLA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

La Palma Airport serves the island of La Palma (Canary Islands) with a single passenger terminal handling domestic and inter-island services plus some seasonal connections. It is a small-to-medium regional airport with higher traffic in peak tourist months.

La Palma Airport
Elevation: 32 m
28.6265, -17.7556

Terminal Guide for La Palma Airport #

The airport uses a single passenger terminal building with separate check-in, security and arrivals levels; inter-island carriers operate from dedicated check-in counters within the same terminal. Facilities are compact and concentrated airside after security, so connections between flights occur within one building.

Getting to and From La Palma Airport #

Ground transport options are straightforward: taxis and buses connect the airport to Santa Cruz de La Palma and other island towns; driving the island takes longer due to terrain. Typical travel time to Santa Cruz de La Palma is about 15-25 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Bus: Local buses serve the airport on scheduled routes to Santa Cruz and other towns - frequency varies by season.
  • Taxis: Taxis are available outside arrivals; fares are meter-based or fixed to main towns.
  • Car hire: Several rental companies operate from or near the terminal; driving gives flexibility for island travel.
  • Driving: Roads on La Palma are steep and winding; expect longer drive times than flat distance suggests.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at La Palma Airport #

The terminal offers basic passenger facilities: a small selection of cafés and snack bars airside, limited shopping and tourist information. Wi‑Fi is commonly available but may be subject to time limits or require a pass; outlets and charging points are present in seating areas. There are no large airport lounges; accessibility services are available on request. Luggage storage and shower facilities are not typically provided in the terminal.

Hotels and Layovers at La Palma Airport #

Accommodation is concentrated in Santa Cruz de La Palma and other island towns rather than at the airport. Smaller guesthouses and hotels are within 10-20 minutes by car of the terminal. For overnight layovers book in advance during high season; day rooms are available at some town hotels.

Tips for La Palma Airport #

  • If arriving during summer, expect higher passenger numbers - allow extra time for baggage and ground-transport queues.
  • Buy a local SIM or top-up in Santa Cruz de La Palma rather than at the small airport where choices can be limited.
  • If you’re connecting to other Canary Islands, check the separate check-in counters for inter-island carriers; queues can form at peak times.

Weather & Climate near La Palma Airport #

Climate

La Palma Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in September) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 15° - 20° 18° 53 mm some cloud 74% 4.7 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.4h
February Excellent 15° - 21° 18° 39 mm some cloud 75% 5.0 m/s 1.1 high 11.1h
March Excellent 16° - 21° 18° 31 mm some cloud 77% 5.4 m/s 1.5 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 16° - 21° 19° 18 mm some cloud 77% 5.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.7h
May Ideal 17° - 23° 20° 7 mm some cloud 78% 5.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.4h
June Ideal 18° - 24° 21° 1 mm some cloud 81% 5.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.8h
July Ideal 20° - 25° 23° 0 mm some cloud 84% 6.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.6h
August Ideal 20° - 26° 23° 1 mm some cloud 83% 6.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.0h
September Ideal 21° - 27° 24° 11 mm mostly sunny 80% 5.0 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 20° - 25° 23° 30 mm some cloud 77% 4.5 m/s 1.3 high 11.4h
November Excellent 18° - 23° 21° 45 mm partly cloudy 75% 4.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
December Very Good 17° - 22° 19° 63 mm partly cloudy 74% 4.5 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.2h

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