✈ Transfer Options from Gran Canaria Airport to Las Palmas

Las Palmas is the beautiful capital city of Gran Canaria. As it’s a major cruise port, Las Palmas is known for its fantastic duty-free shopping, picturesque white-sand beaches, calm waters and annual carnival.

To get from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas, you have two different options; taxi or bus. Taking a Gran Canaria airport taxi is the quickest and easiest transfer option as it takes just 20 minutes to reach Las Palmas and costs around €35. On the other hand, taking the number 60 bus is a great option if you’re on a budget. The total journey time for the bus from Las Palmas airport to the city centre is 30 minutes and a one-way ticket costs €2.30.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Gran Canaria at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€45	20min	24/7	Book
Book
Taxi	€35	20min	24/7
Bus	€4.60	30min	05:15–23:15

How to get from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas by taxi

Taking a taxi from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas is the quickest and most comfortable way to travel. Gran Canaria airport taxis are available 24/7 at the airport and take just 20 minutes to get you to the door of your hotel in Las Palmas. The cost is also quite reasonable.

Taxi fare from Las Palmas airport to the city centre

The local taxi drivers at Gran Canaria airport don’t offer a flat-rate fare for the journey into Las Palmas. Instead, for this Las Palmas airport transport, you will be charged using a taximeter. The average cost of this journey will be around €35, but additional costs for things such as time of day, travelling during the holidays and number of passengers may be added.

Cost

€35

Trip Duration

20 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Gran Canaria Airport.

Where do I find Las Palmas airport transport?

As soon as you exit the arrivals hall at Gran Canaria airport, you will see the long line of taxis waiting at the taxi rank.

Convenience

Although the more expensive transfer option, taking a taxi from Las Palmas airport to Las Palmas city is the easiest and most comfortable transfer option. You won’t need to wait in the hot sun for a bus and you won’t need to drag your luggage through the city centre or bus stations. Instead, you can make your way directly to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle in just 20 minutes.

Editor’s Note

During the summer, Las Palmas is extremely hot and sticky. To avoid the summer sun, I suggest taking a fast and air-conditioned taxi instead of waiting in the heat of the day for public transport.

Useful Tips

Make sure you driver resets the taximeter before you begin your journey.

Luggage that fits in the trunk is free of charge.

Not all Gran Canaria airport taxi drivers speak English, be sure to write down your hotel's address in Las Palmas to avoid any miscommunication.

How to get from Gran Canaria to Las Palmas by bus

A great budget Las Palmas airport transport option is to take the Global bus number 60. This bus leaves twice an hour and takes 30 minutes to reach the San Telmo bus station in Las Palmas.

How much is the bus form Las Palmas airport to Las Palmas city?

The cost of a one-way ticket on the Global bus number 60 is just €2.30. You can purchase your ticket from the desks located inside the airport. Once you have your ticket, hold onto it, you will need to show it to your driver when getting on the bus.

Cost

€2.30

Trip Duration

30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 30 minutes for bus number 60.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Global bus number 60 runs from 5:15 to 23:15.

Where do I find Las Palmas airport transport?

The number 60 bus from Las Palmas airport to the city centre leaves from the stop in front of the Departures hall.

Convenience

If you’re on a tight budget and need a cheap but fast transfer option from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas, taking the Global number 60 bus is a fantastic option. The only downside is that once you’re in Las Palmas, you will need to either walk with your luggage to your hotel or take another form of transportation.

Timetables

Global Bus 60

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling on a budget and with small luggage items, taking the bus could be a great option. However, if you land at night, you will need to look for alternate transportation as the bus stops running at 23:15.

Useful Tips

Purchase your tickets before getting on the bus and present your receipt to the driver.

There's some storage below the bus.

Be sure to arrive at the bus stop at least 10 minutes before departure.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Gran canaria. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas?

The local drivers at Gran Canaria airport don’t have a set-rate fare for the journey into Las Palmas. Instead, they will calculate the cost of your journey using a taximeter. Fees for things such as excess luggage, travelling at night and the number of passengers may change the fare, but the average cost is €35. If you’d prefer to book your Las Palmas airport transport in advance and enjoy a set-rate fare you can rely on, we suggest booking an airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.

How do you get from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas?

There are two ways to get form Gran Canaria Airport to Las Palmas, taking a taxi or bus. A Gran Canaria airport taxi is the quickest and most convenient option as it takes just 20 minutes to reach Las Palmas, but does cost €35. The best budget Las Palmas airport transport option is to take the Global number 60 bus, which takes 30 minutes and costs just €2.30 one-way.

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How to get from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas by taxi

Taxi fare from Las Palmas airport to the city centre

Cost

€35

Trip Duration

20 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Gran Canaria Airport.

Where do I find Las Palmas airport transport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Gran Canaria to Las Palmas by bus

How much is the bus form Las Palmas airport to Las Palmas city?

Cost

€2.30

Trip Duration

30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Global bus number 60 runs from 5:15 to 23:15.

Where do I find Las Palmas airport transport?

Convenience

Timetables

Global Bus 60

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas?

How do you get from Gran Canaria airport to Las Palmas?

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