Gran Canaria Airport, International airport in Gran Canaria, Spain
Gran Canaria Airport is an international commercial airport located on the eastern coast of the island, approximately 18 kilometers south of Las Palmas. The terminal building spreads across multiple levels with departure gates in different sections and facilities for both domestic and European flights.
King Alfonso XIII established a civilian airfield at the Bay of Gando in 1930 through a royal order, converting earlier military facilities. Over the decades, the site underwent several expansions to accommodate growing passenger numbers and meet the demands of modern aviation.
The airport functions as a primary gateway connecting Europe with West Africa, facilitating regular exchanges between these distinct geographical regions.
Travelers find car rental desks, shops, and dining options spread across several floors in the terminal area. Staff are available to assist passengers with reduced mobility and help them navigate the building.
The site served as a backup landing location for NASA Space Shuttle missions before the program ended. This role made it one of only a few European locations with such a function in space exploration.
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