Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Gran Canaria Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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LPA Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Gran Canaria Airport (code: LPA).
What to Expect
Gran Canaria Airport’s single terminal recently expanded to better accommodate European, African, and seasonal flights, is designed with your comfort in mind. The terminal, divided into four zones: A for inter-island destinations, B and C for flights within the Schengen zone, and D for non-Schengen zone flights, offers a range of amenities. These include free WiFi, shops, a grocery store, and various eateries (two are open 24 hours), ensuring you have everything you need during your stay. For those seeking extra comfort, economy-class passengers can pay to enter an airport lounge.
Sleeping Gran Canaria Airport
For those considering an overnight stay, rest assured that Gran Canaria Airport provides a safe and comfortable environment. Overnight sleepers report feeling unbothered and secure. The airport offers plenty of padded, armrest-free seating, and lights and announcements are turned down at night to ensure a peaceful rest. To cope with potentially chilly temperatures, it’s advisable to bring a blanket or dress in layers. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See locations in the Airport Hotels section below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
A reader reports, “the main terminal at LPA Gran Canaria airport is closed to the public during the night from 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.” (January 2024)
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Gran Canaria Airport:
- Elba Vecindario Aeropuerto Business & Convention Hotel – Free airport shuttle is available upon request. » Check Rates
- Rickaty Lodge Bed & Breakfast – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Gran Canaria Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Irrespective of your travel class, there’s a lounge at Las Palmas Airport that you can access without breaking the bank. You can pay at the door, purchase a lounge pass, or use a lounge membership program. Check out the individual lounge page for more details and discover how you can enjoy the perks of a lounge even with an economy-class ticket!
- Sala VIP Galdós – Location: Airside, Departures Area, Floor 1. After security, near Gates C. Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€39.45 per adult) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Business class and elite passengers on participating airlines (e.g., Iberia, Binter Canarias, Air Europa).
Drinking Water
A reader tells us there are drinking water fountains to refill your water bottles near some of the restrooms. (June 2024)
Food & Drinks
Food concessions operate on varying schedules throughout the terminal. None are open 24 hours.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
A reader (August 2018) reports power charging stations in some gate areas. Another reader (March 2024) reported difficulty finding working outlets landside and located one near the fire hose cabinets.
Showers
Public showers are not available. Showers are available inside the Sala VIP Galdós lounge.
WiFi/Internet
Free unlimited WiFi is available at Gran Canaria Airport. Connect to the “AIRPORT FREE WIFI AENA” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs operated by Banco Santander, CaixaBank, and Euronet are available. Fees may apply; check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if travelling internationally. Locations: Floor 0 (Arrivals Hall) • Floor 1 (Departures Hall, landside) • Airside near Gates A19–A21 • Airside near Gates B5–B6.
Chapel – A non-denominational Christian chapel is located airside in the Departures area on Floor 2.
Children’s Play Area – Play areas for children are located airside on Floor 1 in the A and C gate boarding areas.
Currency Exchange – Exact Change currency exchange kiosks are available. Locations: Floor 0 (Arrivals Hall) • Floor 1 (airside boarding area).
Duty-Free & Shopping – Canariensis operates duty-free shops for departing and arriving passengers with locations airside on Floor 1 (Departures) and Floor 0 (Arrivals). Additional retail and convenience shops are located throughout the terminal, including several Hudson News outlets.
Family Services – A private area for breastfeeding and baby care is available, equipped with sinks, recliner chairs, a small play area, and a space to prepare baby food. Location: Airside, Floor 1, near Gates C.
Grocery Store – Spar sells sandwiches, takeaway meals, and groceries. Location: Floor 0 (Arrivals Hall), accessible to arriving and transit passengers.
Information Desk – Information desks are located on Floor 1 (Departures Hall), Floor 2 (Parking), and Floor 0 (Passenger Terminal).
Luggage Wrapping – Luggage wrapping machines are available in the check-in area on Floor 1. Fee: unknown.
Medical Services – A first aid station provides urgent and emergency medical care. Location: Floor 0 (Departures Hall).
Pharmacy – A pharmacy is located landside on Floor 1.
Post Office – A mailbox is available for sending mail. Location: Departures Hall, Floor 0.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Smoking – An outdoor smoking area is available on the upper level terrace near a bar and restaurant. Elevators near the centre of the terminal provide access.
Travel Agency – El Corte Inglés travel agency is located in the check-in area on Floor 1.
Bus
The airport is served by eight different intercity bus routes. Whether you are staying in the capital city or heading to Maspalomas or Playa del Inglés, there are various options to get you around the island. For fares, routes and schedule information, visit the Las Palmas Airport website.
Car Rentals
The following rental agencies are located in the Arrivals Hall of the passenger terminal: Autoreisen • Avis/Budget • Cicar • Europcar • Goldcar • Hertz/Thrifty • Sixt • Top Car.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxi
Taxi ranks are located outside the Arrivals Hall exits. For safety and reliability, refuse offers of a ride from taxis that are not waiting in the airport’s taxi ranks. For fares and additional information, visit the Las Palmas Airport website.
Last updated: 2026-03-10
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