The airport is about 20 km from Maspalomas/Playa del Inglés; taxis take about 15–20 minutes.
Things to do at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
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At the airport
Things to do in Gran Canaria Airport
Gran Canaria is a microcontinental island in the Spanish Canaries — within a short drive you can move from the sweeping golden dunes of Maspalomas (a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve) to the dramatic ravines of the interior. The beaches of Playa del Inglés are minutes from the airport, and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the north has Vegueta, a well-preserved colonial old quarter, and Las Canteras beach, frequently listed among Europe's finest urban beaches. The year-round warm climate (18–26°C) makes Gran Canaria a genuine all-season layover.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Gran Canaria Airport
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's Vegueta quarter (UNESCO listed) is about 30 km north — taxis take about 35 minutes.
- Gran Canaria's warm, stable climate means beach visits are viable even in January and February.
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Browse lounges at LPA
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Gran Canaria Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestGaldos 1 VIP Lounge
When you travel through Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria, Spain, you’ll find the Galdos 1 VIP Lounge conveniently located in the Main Terminal on the airside, so it’s accessible once you’ve cleared the formalities. After completing passport control and the security check, continue into the departures area and head up to level 2, where the airport lounge is located. Because it’s positioned airside, be sure to visit after you’ve finished all required screening, making it an easy stop to relax and recharge before your flight from Gran Canaria Airport.Book Now
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Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
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Jetsetter ($220/year)
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provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.