Lanzarote Airport (ACE/GCRR)
New routes and frequency possibilities and why these routes would work
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Unlike many other tourist destinations, Lanzarote experienced an 18% growth last year, inclusive of an outstanding 400% year on year increase of arrivals from Italy in October. |
| Palma de Mallorca | |
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| Europe | |
| Austria | |
| Graz | |
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| Innsbruck | |
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| Denmark | |
| Aalborg | |
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| Aarhus | |
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| France | |
| Marseille | |
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| Germany | |
| Dortmund | |
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| Rostock Laage | |
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| Saarbrücken | |
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| Italy | |
| Genova | |
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| Naples | |
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| Rome | |
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| Turin | |
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| Poland | |
| Krakow | |
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| Lodz | |
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| Wroclaw | |
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| Switzerland | |
| Basel-Mulhouse | |
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| Berne | |
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| Geneva | |
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| United Kingdom | |
| Aberdeen | |
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| Blackpool | |
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| Humberside | |
| Unserved route 8,000 passengers in 2009 |
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| Inverness | |
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| Norwich | |
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| Southampton | |
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| Other countries | |
| Budapest | |
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| Rotterdam | |
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| Helsinki | |
| Underserved route in summer season | |
| Stockholm | |
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Although many visitors never leave their resorts, the Lanzarote's lunar landscape attracts ever more sport fans. Some of the world's most challenging events take place on the island, including the world-class Ironman Lanzarote Canarias Triathlon Spain.
Other major reasons to serve this airport
- Competitive airport charges.
- Volcanic island that is a major tourism destination for sun & beaches, nature and sports.
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 1993 with 12 protected natural areas.
- Oenology tourism with five different vineyards.
- Strong interest of local authorities in opening new routes.
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A series of volcano eruptions hit Lanzarote three centuries ago creating a truly one-off landscape. Although the island remained off the beaten truck for many years, it is now benefiting from the world's turning away from mass tourism. Local authorities are keen on improving the island's connectivity.
Marketing and other support
- PR support for new routes such as press releases, flight opening press conferences, activities related to the inaugural flight, banners at Aena Aeropuertos's web page during the start-up period, and advertising support in our airports. For further information, please contact
- Possible cooperation from the Spanish Tourism Board (Tourspain):
- Market information: statistics & market analysis on request at
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There are only 140,000 permanent residents on the island but last year saw over 1.7 million visitors. The airport is eager on developing, not only traditional markets, but also brand new destinations in Eastern Europe.
Catchment Area
- 60 min catchment area: 140,000
- 90 min catchment area: 244,000
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Fruit, long-matured wine, and sea salt are the export trademarks of Lanzarote. Their production reflects the difficult cultivation conditions on the lava-covered island and has grown to become a tourist attraction in its own right.
Under-served freight opportunities and other economic impact factors
- For freight opportunities go to: www.clasanet.com
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The Lanzarote airport handled 5.5 million passengers in 2011. After new facilities were built in 1999, the original terminal was turned into a museum.
Geography
- Lanzarote airport is 5 km. from Arrecife, the island’s capital city, between the city limits of San Bartolomé and Tías.
Road Access:
- Access to the airport from the Arrecife-Yaiza (LZ-2) motorway.
Bus Access:
- Circle line 22. Airport-Playa Honda-Arrecife
- Circle line 23- Arrecife-Airport
Infrastructure & Operations:
- Runways: 1 runway (2400 m)
- Slot Coordinated: Coordinated
- Operating hours: Summer 06:00 - 01:00 and Winter 07:00 – 02:00 hours UTC
- Terminals: 2 Terminals
Important infrastructure developments and/or other news
Look for more regional information at:
- Canary Island government
- Lanzarote Tourist Board
- Timanfaya National Park
- Tourism in Spain
- Lanzarote data & statistics
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Vital statistics
2011 figures
- Passengers (commercial): 2,017,146 domestic pax; 3,424,034 international pax.
- Air Transport Movements: 39,167 regular flights; 8,091 charter flights.
- Freight: 2,872 tons.
- Largest carriers (Top 10): Ryanair, Binter+ Naysa, Thomson Airways, Air Europa, Thomas Cook UK, Monarch Airlines, Air Berlin, Islas Airways, Condor, Aer Lingus.
