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LPA Gran Canaria Airport Security Wait Times

IATA Code:

LPA

Timezone:

UTC/GMT +2:00 hours

Airport local time:

Thursday, 4:31am


Wait times are steady
Updated today, Thursday 11 June 2026
4:20 AM (UTC/GMT +2:00 hours)
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  • Data

    Qsensor makes use of data from Gran Canaria Airport.

  • Disclaimer

    Waiting times may not accurately reflect your experience. It is advisable to arrive at the airport well in advance and follow the recommendations of the airlines and airports.

  • Airport Last Updated

    4:20 AM (UTC/GMT +2:00 hours)

Wait Times by Day of Week

Average wait times based on the last 3 weeks of data.

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The average wait time at 4 am at this airport is 1 minutes

Based on data from the past 3 weeks.
Current: 1 min (Similar to usual: avg wait time is 1 min)

Wait Times by Hour of Day

Cutoff Time for Airport Arrival

Latest Airport Arrival Time
Domestic 1h 25m before departure
International 1h 44m before departure
How we calculated this

Bag drop closes 45-60 min before departure. With an estimated 25 min bag drop queue, you need to arrive at the desk 70-85 min early. After that, allow 2 min for security (avg on Thursdays) and 12 min to walk to your gate, which closes 15-20 min before departure. Finally, add a 15 min buffer.

Best & Worst Time To Fly

Best & Worst Times to Fly

Based on historical security wait times across all days of the week.

Best Time
Night
9pm - 4am
1 min avg wait
Worst Time
Morning
8am - 12pm
3 min avg wait
Flying in the Night instead of Morning could save you up to 2 minutes in security lines.

A Guide to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)

Gran Canaria Airport (IATA: LPA), often referred to locally as “Gando,” is the busiest airport in the Canary Islands and the sixth busiest in Spain. Located on the island’s east coast, it is strategically situated halfway between the capital city, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (19 km north), and the major tourist resorts of the south, such as Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés (25 km south).

Despite its high passenger volume—handling over 13 million travelers annually, the airport operates as a single, three-story terminal building. This design simplifies navigation, as passengers do not need to take trains or shuttles between buildings. The airport is open 24 hours a day and shares its runway infrastructure with the Gando Air Base of the Spanish Air Force. It offers a modern transit experience with free high-speed Wi-Fi, extensive duty-free shopping, and fast connectivity to the GC-1 motorway, which links the airport to the rest of the island.

Gran Canaria Airport FAQ

Yes, the current Security queue at Gran Canaria Airport is approximately 1 minutes. Check the live data on this page for the latest queue times.

It currently takes approximately 1 minutes to get through Security at Gran Canaria Airport. Wait times vary by time of day and day of week — check the hourly chart on this page for the full breakdown.

Security wait times at Gran Canaria Airport vary throughout the day. Check the historical wait time chart on this page to find the quietest times.

Gran Canaria Airport operates as a single terminal building. There is no “Terminal 2.” However, the terminal is divided into three operational zones that often appear on boarding passes:

  • Zone A (Green): European Union and Schengen flights (e.g., flights to mainland Spain, Germany, Scandinavia).
  • Zone B (Orange): Non-Schengen International flights (e.g., flights to the UK and Ireland).
  • Zone C (Blue): Inter-island flights (e.g., to Tenerife or Lanzarote). Important: All zones are connected airside. You can walk between them, though moving between Schengen (A) and Non-Schengen (B) requires passing through Passport Control.

Unlike many European airports, LPA does have airside smoking areas.

  • Public Access: The outdoor terrace at O’Learys Restaurant (Level 1, near the C-Gates/Zone C) permits smoking. You typically need to purchase a drink or snack to use the terrace.
  • VIP Access: The Sala Galdós VIP Lounge (Level 2, Zone C) also features a large outdoor terrace where smoking is allowed.

The bus stop is located on the Departures Level (Level 1), not the Arrivals level. After collecting your bags on the ground floor, you must take the elevator or ramp up one floor and exit the terminal to find the Global bus stops.

  • To Maspalomas / Playa del Inglés: Take Line 66 or Line 90. Line 66 is the direct tourist route to the Lighthouse (Faro). Tickets cost approximately €4.05.
  • To Puerto Rico / Mogán: Take Line 91. This is the “Express” bus that uses the motorway. Avoid Line 1 unless you want a very slow, scenic route with many stops. Line 91 costs approximately €5.45–€6.80 depending on the stop.
  • To Las Palmas (City): Take Line 60. It stops at San Telmo (Old Town) and Santa Catalina (Port/Beach).

Ride-hailing availability varies. While Uber and private transfer services  operate in Gran Canaria, they are not allowed to pick up at the main curbside taxi rank.

Pickup Point: You will typically need to meet your driver at a designated spot, often in Parking P1 (the main car park) or a specific meeting point on the Departures level. Always check the app instructions upon arrival.

Taxis: Official white taxis are available 24/7 at the Arrivals curb and run on a meter.

This is what you can expect to pay (subject to change):

  • Las Palmas: ~€30–€40
  • Playa del Inglés / Maspalomas: ~€40–€50
  • Puerto Rico: ~€50–€70
  • Puerto de Mogán: ~€70–€90

Note: Night (22:00-06:00) and weekend fares are slightly higher.

As of early 2026, LPA has not yet fully completed the rollout of the new 3D scanners that allow liquids to remain in bags. You should still be prepared to follow the standard 100ml liquid rule (liquids in 100ml containers, inside a clear plastic bag) to avoid delays, although this technology is planned for implementation in 2026.

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