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Lanzarote's gateway to the volcanic Canary Islands.
Opened
1946
Location
San Bartolomé, Spain
César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport, designated IATA code ACE and ICAO code GCRR, serves the island of Lanzarote in Spain's Canary Islands archipelago. Located near the municipality of San Bartolomé, the airport is a major hub for tourism, handling millions of passengers annually who come to experience the island's unique volcanic landscape and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status.
The airport was renamed in honor of César Manrique, the celebrated Lanzarote-born artist, architect, and environmentalist who profoundly shaped the island's aesthetic and cultural identity. It operates year-round and handles a significant volume of charter and scheduled flights, particularly from mainland Spain and northern European countries.
As one of the busiest airports in the Canary Islands, it plays a critical role in Lanzarote's tourism-dependent economy. The facility has undergone expansions over the decades to accommodate growing passenger numbers, with capacity running into several million travelers per year.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal designed to handle both domestic and international traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include public buses, taxis, and car rental services connecting the airport to Arrecife and other parts of the island.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving the airport include Iberia, Vueling, Ryanair, easyJet, TUI, and various charter airlines from across Europe.
Notable facts
- ›Named after César Manrique, the iconic Lanzarote-born artist and environmentalist.
- ›Located approximately 5 km southwest of the island capital, Arrecife.
- ›Handles several million passengers per year, driven primarily by tourism.
- ›Lanzarote is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, making the airport a gateway to an ecologically significant destination.
- ›Operates flights to numerous European cities, especially during peak tourist seasons.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
