How much does a taxi from Gran Canaria Airport cost?

Fixed prices with MaxiTaxi start from €35 to Las Palmas and up to €65 for Mogán. All prices are fixed — no meters, no surprises. The 8-seater vehicle fits up to 8 passengers and their luggage at the same price.

Is it better to pre-book a transfer or take a taxi at the airport?

Pre-booking is strongly recommended. Airport taxi queues can be long, especially after busy flights from the UK and Ireland. With a pre-booked transfer, your driver waits at arrivals with a name board — no queue, no waiting.

How long does it take to get from Gran Canaria Airport to the south resorts?

Maspalomas: approx. 40 minutes (47 km). Puerto Rico: approx. 35 minutes (38 km). Meloneras: approx. 38 minutes (44 km). Mogán: approx. 50 minutes (55 km).

Do you operate 24 hours including night arrivals?

Yes — MaxiTaxi operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. There is no surcharge for night transfers.

Can we fit 8 passengers with luggage in one vehicle?

Yes. Our 8-seater minivans have ample luggage space including room for pushchairs, golf bags and large suitcases.

How do I book a transfer from Gran Canaria Airport?

The quickest way is via WhatsApp (+34 619 735 892). Send your flight number, arrival date, number of passengers and destination. We reply within minutes to confirm.

How much does a taxi from Gran Canaria Airport cost?

Fixed prices with MaxiTaxi start from €35 to Las Palmas (28 km, 25 min) and go up to €65 for the furthest destinations like Mogán (55 km, 50 min). All prices are fixed — no meters, no surprises. The 8-seater vehicle fits up to 8 passengers and their luggage at the same price.

Is it better to pre-book a transfer or take a taxi at the airport?

Pre-booking is strongly recommended. Airport taxi queues can be long, especially after busy flights from the UK, Ireland and mainland Spain. With a pre-booked transfer, your driver waits at arrivals with a name board — no queue, no waiting. If your flight is delayed, we monitor it in real time and adjust pick-up time automatically.

How long does it take to get from Gran Canaria Airport to the south resorts?

Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés: approx. 40 minutes (47 km via GC-1). Puerto Rico: approx. 35 minutes (38 km). Meloneras: approx. 38 minutes (44 km). Mogán: approx. 50 minutes (55 km). Times may vary depending on traffic.

Do you operate 24 hours including night arrivals and early departures?

Yes — MaxiTaxi operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. There is no surcharge for night transfers. Whether your flight lands at 2am or you need to be at the airport for a 5am departure, we will be there.

Can we fit 7 or 8 passengers with luggage in one vehicle?

Absolutely. Our vehicles are 8-seater minivans with ample luggage space, including room for oversized items like pushchairs, golf bags, and large suitcases. Most families and groups find one vehicle is enough — which makes MaxiTaxi significantly cheaper per person than booking several standard taxis.

How do I book a transfer from Gran Canaria Airport?

The quickest way is via WhatsApp (+34 619 735 892). Send us your flight number, arrival date, number of passengers and destination. We reply within minutes to confirm. You can also use the booking form on our website.

Gran Canaria Airport Transfer Guide 2026

Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)

Gran Canaria Airport — officially Aeropuerto de Gran Canaria (IATA: LPA) — is located on the east coast of the island, roughly midway between Las Palmas in the north and the southern resort areas. Most flights from the UK and Ireland land here, served by British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair and TUI, with journey times of around 4 hours from London or Dublin.

Once you land, you have three main options to reach your accommodation: a standard metered taxi from the rank, a shared shuttle bus, or a private pre-booked transfer. Each suits different travellers — here's an honest comparison.

Metered Airport Taxi

Available on arrival
No booking needed
✗Queue can be long
✗Meter price, no fixed rate
✗Limited to 4 passengers

Shared Shuttle

Cheapest option
Good for solo travellers
✗Multiple stops
✗Long wait for full vehicle
✗Not door-to-door

Private Transfer (MaxiTaxi)

Fixed price — no surprises
8 seats + luggage
Flight monitoring, no waiting
24h including nights
✗Pre-booking required

Transfer Prices from Gran Canaria Airport

All prices below are fixed — one price covers the whole 8-seater vehicle, regardless of passenger count. Prices are the same 24/7 including nights and public holidays.

Destination	Distance	Journey Time	Fixed Price	Book
Maspalomas & Playa del Inglés Maspalomas Dunes, beach resorts, Yumbo Centre	47 km	~40 min	from €55	Details
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Las Canteras Beach, Triana, Santa Catalina	28 km	~25 min	from €35	Details
Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria Puerto Rico Beach, Amadores, marina	38 km	~35 min	from €50	Details
Meloneras Lopesan Costa Meloneras, promenade, lighthouse	44 km	~38 min	from €55	Details
Mogán Puerto de Mogán, Arguineguín, Playa de Mogán	55 km	~50 min	from €65	Details
Agaete Puerto de las Nieves, Valle de Agaete, ferry terminal	42 km	~38 min	from €55	Details
Arucas Arucas Cathedral, Rum Museum, Parque Municipal	32 km	~30 min	from €45	Details

* Prices are for the vehicle, not per person. Up to 8 passengers + luggage. Return transfers available at the same rate.

Why a Private Transfer Makes Sense for Families and Groups

Gran Canaria is a family destination. Most visitors arrive with children, buggies, beach gear and oversized suitcases. Standard metered taxis only fit 4 passengers — meaning a family of 6 would need two taxis and pay double. With MaxiTaxi's 8-seater vehicle, a group of up to 8 travels together for one fixed price.

The cost difference is striking. Two standard taxis to Maspalomas at €55 each = €110. One MaxiTaxi for the same journey = €55. That's a saving of €55 each way, or €110 for a return trip — enough to cover two nights of dinner for the family.

Flight monitoring

We track your flight in real time. Delayed? We adjust automatically — no frantic WhatsApp messages from the queue.

24h, 365 days

Night arrival at 3am? 6am departure? No problem and no surcharge. Same fixed price around the clock.

8 seats + luggage

Families, stag dos, wedding groups, golf trips — our minivans handle large groups and oversized luggage easily.

Local driver

Our drivers know the island. They will recommend the best routes and can advise on local tips for your stay.

Tips for Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport

Gran Canaria Airport is a medium-sized international airport with two terminals. Most charter flights from the UK and Ireland use Terminal 1. Baggage claim can take 20-40 minutes on busy summer flights, so don't panic if your driver is waiting — they will track your flight and be ready.

1
Share your flight number when booking
This is the most important step. Your driver monitors the flight live and adjusts arrival time automatically if you are delayed.
2
Exit through the Arrivals hall
Once through customs, head to the Arrivals hall. Your MaxiTaxi driver will be waiting with a sign showing your name.
3
No need to queue at the taxi rank
Skip the taxi rank entirely. Your pre-booked vehicle is ready immediately — especially valuable during peak season (July–August) when queues can be 30+ minutes.
4
Currency — euros only
Gran Canaria uses euros. Most transfers can be paid in cash or via card. MaxiTaxi accepts both — confirm when booking.
5
Weather in transit
The airport area can be windy and overcast even when the south coast is sunny. Do not judge the island by the airport — Maspalomas typically has 320+ sunny days per year.