Car rental at Gran Canaria Airport
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is the main gateway to the island and is located about 25 km from Las Palmas and 30 km from the southern resorts. Renting a car at the airport allows you to pick up your car immediately after arrival and start exploring Gran Canaria at your own pace.
From the airport, you can easily reach destinations such as Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, and Puerto Rico via major roads like the GC-1. If you prefer to pick up your car later, you can also view options for car rental in Gran Canaria.
With MarSoleil, you can rent a car at Gran Canaria Airport without a credit card, including full insurance and zero excess. This ensures a simple and transparent rental experience with no hidden costs.
Most rental cars are collected directly at the airport, either in the arrivals hall or via a short shuttle service. If you plan to explore more islands or mainland Spain, you can also discover car rental in the Canary Islands or car rental in Spain.
Picking up your rental car at Gran Canaria Airport
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Gran Canaria Airport (IATA: LPA), also known as Las Palmas Airport, is located approximately 18 km south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and about 25 km north of the main resort area of Maspalomas. It is one of the busiest airports in Spain, handling year-round traffic from across Europe and beyond. The terminal is large and modern, with car rental desks in the arrivals hall and vehicle collection in the multi-storey rental car area connected to the terminal by a short walkway. Gran Canaria has a good road network and a rental car is the best way to explore the island’s varied landscapes, from the northern city to the dramatic central mountains and the southern dunes.
Getting on the road from Gran Canaria Airport
The airport connects directly to the GC-1 motorway, which runs north to Las Palmas and south to Maspalomas. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is approximately 18 km north, around 20 minutes on the GC-1. Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, the main resort area in the south, are about 25 km south, reachable in around 25 minutes. Puerto Rico and Amadores beach are approximately 40 km southwest on the GC-1 and GC-500. The interior mountain town of Tejeda, set beneath the dramatic Roque Nublo volcanic plug, is about 45 km west via the GC-15, a scenic drive of around 50 minutes. Mogan and the quiet bay of Puerto de Mogan in the southwest are approximately 55 km from the airport.
Why pick up at the airport rather than in the city
Gran Canaria’s airport sits almost exactly between Las Palmas in the north and Maspalomas in the south, making it an ideal starting point for any part of the island. Picking up at the airport means you can head directly to your resort or first destination without an intermediate transfer. The island’s interior, including the Caldera de Tejeda and the Roque Nublo, is only accessible by car and represents some of the most dramatic scenery in the Canary Islands. For more about driving on the island, see car rental in Gran Canaria and car rental in the Canary Islands.
Car rental price at Gran Canaria Airport
The table below shows the lowest all-inclusive weekly rate for renting a car at Gran Canaria Airport, with full insurance and zero excess included. What you actually pay depends on the supplier, availability and how far ahead you book. Check the current price in the search above.
| Car type | From, 7 days |
|---|---|
| Small car (economy) | from €197 |
| Mid-size car | from €239 |
| Large car / SUV | from €305 |
Measured at 23 airports in September 2026, for a 7-day rental starting 10–17 October 2026. All-inclusive, zero excess, no credit card required. Prices vary by supplier, availability and how far ahead you book.
These prices typically include full insurance and zero excess when booking an all-inclusive rental. Prices can vary significantly between providers. If you want to avoid hidden costs, it’s worth taking a moment to compare car rental companies and rental conditions before booking. At MarSoleil, you can also find options without a credit card and no deposit.
