How To Get From Gran Canaria Airport To Las Palmas
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Gran Canaria Airport is located 21km (13 miles) from the capital city of Las Palmas, as a result, there are several ways you can travel between the two locations.
The best way to travel between Gran Canaria Airport and Las Palmas is by taxi. The journey usually takes around 20 minutes and will cost in the region of €35.
If you’re looking for an affordable alternative, then public buses from Gran Canaria Airport to Las Palmas are also available. Meanwhile, if you’re looking to explore the island then I’d recommend getting a hire car.
Taxi
⏱️ Time: 20 – 25 minutes
💵 Cost: €35
The easiest and quickest way to reach the capital city of Las Palmas from Gran Canaria Airport is by taxi. The taxi rank is located just outside the main terminal building and is well-signposted.
Given the popularity of Gran Canaria Airport, taxis are often ready although there may be a short queue. Then, depending on the day and time, the journey from the airport over to Las Palmas will take between 20 to 25 minutes.
Taxis in Gran Canaria run on a metre, as such the price of the journey is calculated based on the duration and distance travelled. During our most recent visit to Gran Canaria (May 2023), a one-way trip from the airport cost €35. However, the exact cost will vary depending on your exact location within the city.
If you don’t want to chance having to wait in a long line at the airport or are travelling to Gran Canaria as a large family or group, then it may be worth reserving your taxi in advance.
Then, once you arrive at Gran Canaria Airport a friendly driver will meet you, holding a sign with your name on it, before taking you to the car.
The cost of a private taxi / transfer between Gran Canaria Airport and Las Palmas will depend on several factors including the size and type of vehicle you require as well as the company you book with.
When booking a transfer service like this we chose to use the third-party comparison website Hoppa which allows you to sort and filter companies based on pricing, reviews and more.
Unlike other areas in Spain, there’s no ride-hailing app such as Uber or Bolt on the island of Gran Canaria. Instead, all the taxis here run on a meter, and not at a fixed rate. For the distance, you’re looking at a price of around €35.
Hire Car
⏱️ Time: 20-25 minutes
💵 Cost: €15 per day (hire car only)
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If you’re looking to explore the island of Gran Canaria, then it’s often worth getting a hire car.
While there are several hire car locations within Las Palmas, it’s often cheaper and more convenient to pick your hire car up at the airport and drive it to your accommodation in Las Palmas.
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Gran Canaria benefits from a number of car rental companies including; Avis, Europcar, and Hertz and so while you’ll often be able to pick a car up upon your arrival in Gran Canaria, it’s often cheaper and easier to reserve your car rental in advance.
The car rental companies are located within the main terminal and are well-signposted but often have somewhat of a queue – especially during peak travel times.
When returning your hire car, make sure to arrive at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Airport with plenty of time as there may be a short wait.
How much you pay for a hire car will depend on a number of factors, including the company you hire from, the car type you wish to hire, additional drivers, insurance etc.
During the low season, you may be able to pick a car up for as little as €5 per day, however, €20 per day is often the average.
Keep in mind that, unlike other regions of Gran Canaria, parking in the capital city of Las Palmas is limited and may be an additional expense that you need to budget for.
Bus
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes
💵 Cost: €2.30
The cheapest way of travelling from Gran Canaria Airport to Las Palmas is on the public bus with tickets costing just €2.30 one-way.
Gran Canaria is served by the Global Bus company which operates fairly comfortable and modern buses on a relatively well-kept timetable. Buses leave from the bus stop located just across from the main terminal which is well signposted in both English and Spanish.
Typically, the journey from Gran Canaria Airport to Las Palmas on the bus will take around 30 minutes. However, this could vary depending on the number of stops and traffic. It’s also worth keeping in mind that you’ll need to walk from the nearest bus stop to your accommodation in Las Palmas when you arrive.
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