Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is the island’s principal airport with multiple terminal areas: a primary international terminal and a smaller terminal serving inter‑island/low‑cost carriers. Annual passenger numbers are in the millions, reflecting the airport’s role as a major holiday gateway.
Terminal Guide for Gran Canaria Airport #
The airport has a main international terminal handling the majority of scheduled flights and a smaller adjacent terminal used for domestic and inter‑island services and some low‑cost operators. Both terminals are on the same site with short ground connectivity between them; landside services (check‑in, arrivals) are separate for each terminal.
Getting to and From Gran Canaria Airport #
Travel time to Las Palmas is typically 20-40 minutes by road depending on traffic; southern resort areas vary by distance. Options:
- Buses: Regular intercity buses connect the airport to Las Palmas and southern resorts; buy tickets at the bus station outside arrivals.
- Taxis: Metered taxis are available outside arrivals for direct journeys.
- Car hire / driving: Multiple rental operators on site; driving across the island is common for visitors.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gran Canaria Airport #
Facilities include duty‑free and local shops, cafés and restaurants both landside and airside. A small number of lounges and airline VIP areas are available for qualifying passengers. Wi‑Fi, currency exchange, ATMs and basic passenger services are provided in the terminal. Help for passengers with reduced mobility is available on request.
Tips for Gran Canaria Airport #
- Know which terminal you need: T1 is the main international terminal; T2 is smaller and often handles inter‑island and some low‑cost flights - check your booking.
- The airport is well connected by buses to Las Palmas and southern resorts; buy tickets at the bus station outside arrivals.
- Taxis are available outside the terminal; fixed routes to major resorts are common in high season.
Weather & Climate near Gran Canaria Airport #
Gran Canaria Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 28°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 18° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 3.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| February | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 18° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 15° - 22° | 19° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 77% | 4.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 23° | 19° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 24° | 20° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 77% | 5.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.4h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 7.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.7h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 84% | 5.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.6h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.0h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 5.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 23° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 17° - 24° | 21° | 20 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Ideal | 15° - 22° | 19° | 28 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
