Gran Canaria Airport Car Hire (LPA)

Prices for car rental at Gran Canaria Airport vary significantly depending on the season – during the summer months of June to August prices can double compared to low season. The best cars are booked quickly, so compare and book well in advance. Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is the island's main entry point with a total of 22 rental companies gathered in the dedicated car rental center.

The airport is located on the east coast, strategically positioned for easy access to both Las Palmas in the north and the resort areas in the south. With a rental car from LPA you have the freedom to explore the entire varied island on your own. The airport is 18 km south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and 20 km east of Playa del Inglés via the GC-1 motorway.

Maspalomas and its famous sand dunes can be reached in 25 minutes (23 km). The picturesque port town Puerto de Mogán, called 'little Venice', is 55 km to the west along the south coast. Pick up your car at the car rental center which is a short bus ride from the terminal – follow signs to 'Car Rental Centre'.

Book well in advance during high season (December–January and July–August) as the 22 rental companies can quickly run out of popular car classes. Choose a car with air conditioning and sufficient engine power if you plan to drive up into the central mountains toward Tejeda and Roque Nublo. How do you get from the LPA terminal to the car rental center?

A free shuttle bus runs regularly between the arrivals hall and the car rental center, the journey takes about 5 minutes. Follow signs marked 'Car Rental' in the terminal. Which rental companies operate at Gran Canaria Airport?

Among the 22 companies you'll find international chains such as Hertz, Avis, Europcar and Sixt, as well as local Canarian companies that often offer competitive prices. Is it possible to rent a car at LPA and return it on another island? One-way car rental between islands is generally not possible because rental companies cannot transport cars by ferry.

You need to rent separate cars on each island.

We compare prices from all major providers at Gran Canaria Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.