Canary Islands

There is only one airport on Lanzarote, it is located 5km west from Arrecife, just off the coast of Playa de Guasimeta. The airport has two terminals. The airport is clearly sognposted from the capital Arrecife, thake the Autovia Arrecife-Yaiza (LZ-2) and follow the signs for the airport.

There are 1120 car parking spaces available, the first 30 minutes are free, after which the charge is calculated on an hourly basis. Taxis are available at the airport and depart from taxi ranks next to Arrivals. Bus: Buses operate to/from Arrecife-Playa Honda bus station on bus no.4. The bus station is situated next to Arrivals.

A Guacimeta VIP Lounge (tel: 928 846 345) is equipped with business facilities, including telephones and Internet access. Fax and photocopying facilities are available at the lottery outlet, on the main concourse.

There is an airport information desk (tel: 928 846 001) on the Departures floor. Tourist information is provided by the Lanzarote Island Council office in the Arrivals hall (tel: 928 846 073). Information desks will also be available in the new terminal on the public concourse.

Disabled facilities include ramps, a lift, accessible doors and toilets; there are also designated areas outside Departures and Arrivals where disabled passengers can be dropped-off or picked-up. Airlines can provide travellers with wheelchairs; passengers should request this service when booking their ticket. Designated car parking spaces are provided.

There are several ATMs located throughout the airport, and a bureau de change at the Travel 2000 office in Departures, on the second floor. Facilities include cafés, bars, restaurants, an ice cream parlour and fast-food outlets, many of which are located in Departures, after security. There is also a cafeteria in the Arrivals hall.

There are no left-luggage facilities at the airport. Lost property facilities are located on the Departures floor (tel: (0)928 846 001). There is a pharmacy on the public concourse, and first aid on the Arrivals level.