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A car hire at Gran Canaria Airport through Auto Europe enables you to create your own itinerary across this adorable island. Gran Canaria, also known as a miniature continent for its vast natural diversity, is definitely worth exploring by car. With more than 60 years of experience in the car rental industry Auto Europe boasts proven customer service skills and the ability to provide its clients with the most affordable car hire prices. Why not rent a convertible at the airport and travel throughout the sunny island in style? Some of the attractions nearby are an aeroclub in Tarajalillo, where tourist flights can be taken over the island, village Puerto de Mogán also known as "Little Venice" for its many canals, as well as the beach Las Canteras, which was Columbus' first stop on his way back from the Americas. The top holiday destinations Fuerteventura and Tenerife are situated on the neighbouring islands. For peace of mind, spend a few minutes reading the comments posted by other satisfied Auto Europe customers in our Gran Canaria car hire reviews page.

Airport Information

Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Address: Ctra. General del Sur. 35071 Gando/Telde.Gran Canaria (Las Palmas)
Location: The airport is situated in the eastern part of Gran Canaria on the Bay of Gando (Bahía de Gando), 12 miles from the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Airlines operating at Gran Canaria Airport: Airlines operating at Gran Canaria Airport: Over 45 airlines operate non-stop flights to more than 115 cities worldwide. Some of the biggest airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Gran Canaria include British Airways, KLM, Vueling, Ryanair and Air Berlin.
Tel: +34 91 321 10 00

Terminals

At the Gran Canaria Airport there is currently only one terminal with three zones named Terminal A and Terminal BC within the same building. The first one operates flights from the EU and Spain while the second one operates local (island) and non-EU flights. Zones A, B and C are in the same building and are within a short walking distance of each other.

Car hire Pick up and Drop off

Renting a car is one of the most convenient ways of travelling across the island. With a car hire from Gran Canaria Airport you will be ready to set off on a tour and make most of your holiday. Use our online booking engine to make your journey even more pleasant and to avoid long queues. Having landed, you will find the car rental desks on the ground floor at the Terminal in the passageway connecting international and EU flights.

Airport Facilities

Gran Canaria Airport is equipped with a number of facilities which will make your waiting time more enjoyable. At the airport you will find a conference room with the capacity of up to 74 delegates, a VIP lounge for business class ticket and club card holders, as well as numerous cafés and restaurants to freshen up in. In order to meet the needs of families with babies and young children, the airport Gran Canaria has a family zone - a children's play area.

A great number of shops are at passengers' disposal, where you can find almost anything - from toys and gifts to fashion items and accessories. Passengers with reduced mobility should request the support service directly on the website of the airport at least 48 hours in advance. There is also an information and customer service line for passengers with a hearing and/or speech impairment. After downloading and installing free software available on the website, users are able to contact the service line from their mobile phone in text mode in real time. Please dial +34 91 321 10 00 for any queries. Passengers who need first aid can find medical services on the ground floor in the baggage reclaim zone, while defibrillators are to be found in several places at the airport.

Transportation / How to get to the airport

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria can be easily reached by car in less than 20 minutes by taking the motorway Autopista GC-1. The island's capital city is connected with the airport by bus route 60 and other frequent bus services operated by Global. The journey time is 30 minutes. Route 5 connects Gran Canaria Airport directly to the main beach resort in the south. Buses depart from outside the arrival areas of Zones A and C. It is also worth noting that entrances, exits and significant zones are well marked. For more information on driving in Spain please click here.

Parking Tips

Parking spaces in Las Palmas are fairly easily accessible. Free parking is possible near Alfredo Kraus Auditorium concert hall, close to the southern part of Las Canteras Beach. If you park your car hire in one of the big car parks in the Triana area, the main museums, shops and bodega restaurants will be within easy reach. The car park nearest to the museums and Plaza de Santa Ann is located between Av.Alcalde Diaz Saavedra Navarro and Av.de Canarias. However, due to its superb location, it will often be full. Just a little further there is a parking area on Av. Rafael Cabrera or at Parque San Telmo.

Useful links

Gran Canaria Airport Website

Additional Information About Gran Canaria Airport