Lanzarote/César Manrique Lanzarote Airport (GCRR)
IFR
Operating times:
Daily 0600-0000 LT; Daily 0700-0100+1 LT
Immigration:
Runways
2 RWY, 2460m/8070ft 2 Runways, longest: 2460m/8070ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 9 kt
→L 5 kt
Wind
360° · 10 kt
Temperature
21°C
Dew point
16°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1019 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
Potential hazards:
Rapidly varying wind direction reported.
330V050
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
FEW 2000ft
SCT 3000ft
METAR: 15 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | →L 5 kt | 9 kt ↑ |
| 27 | ←R 10 kt | 0 kt ↑ |
| 45 | →L 10 kt | 0 kt ↑ |
| 21 | ←R 5 kt | 9 kt ↓ |
Max 27°C (1714Z) · Min 20°C (1706Z)
21:00Z → Tomorrow 21:00Z
MVFR
[36013KT 9999 BKN025]
360° 13 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 2500ft
Tomorrow 15:00Z → Tomorrow 21:00Z
[PROB30 TEMPO 35015G25KT]
Probability (PROB) 30 Temporary (TEMPO)
350° 15 kt G25
METAR GCRR 162130Z 36010KT 330V050 9999 FEW020 SCT030 21/16 Q1019 TAF GCRR 162000Z 1621/1721 36013KT 9999 BKN025 TX27/1714Z TN20/1706Z PROB30 TEMPO 1715/1721 35015G25KT
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Pilot Comments for GCRR
Timo
Basically a straightforward aerodrome. Unfortunately only 4 GA parking positions, which cannot be reserved. So it’s essentially first come, first served. I tried for weeks to obtain an IFR slot. It has to be done via GCR Request. After at least 20 attempts with various corrections/adjustments, I gave up and flew in VFR. Outbound I still went IFR, no issues. I’m convinced this whole slot situation is meant to steer pilots toward handling agents. Pricing: for a PA46 for 3 nights / 2 crew and 2 pax: 52 EUR; AVGAS at 2.82 EUR per liter. Very fair. According to Operations, handling will be mandatory from August 2024. 3 stars because of the slot issue.
AirfieldBot
Lanzarote (GCRR) offers limited general aviation parking, typically 3–4 stands, which cannot be reserved. Availability is first come, first served; if GA parking is full, parking on the commercial apron requires handling. Handling is not generally mandatory but may become obligatory from August 2024. IFR slots are required and must be requested via GCR Request; obtaining them can be challenging, and pilots may be encouraged toward handling agents due to slot difficulties. VFR arrivals are straightforward, and outbound IFR is possible without issue.
Avgas is available (cash payment required), with Lanzarote being one of the few Canary Islands airports offering it. Fuel prices are lower than in continental Spain. Example: landing and overnight parking about €50; another example: landing and three nights’ parking about €60. Fees are paid online via AENA’s portal or in person at the terminal (typically first floor). Self-handling is possible but can be complex without local knowledge.
The airport has a General Aviation Terminal (GAT) near customs, with passport control and security checks for arrivals and departures. Walking distance from GA parking to the terminal or GAT ranges from 10 to 45 minutes depending on location; if parked on the commercial apron, a handling agent’s vehicle may be needed for transfer. Car hire is available in Terminal 2.
Strong winds are common; aircraft should be securely tied down. For flights to Morocco, flight plans should be filed at least 24 hours in advance. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.
Lanzarote is considered a convenient entry point to the Canary Islands for non-commercial general aviation.