Lanzarote

Travel to Lanzarote

With over 25 airlines offering flights from the UK to Lanzarote Airport it's easy to find convenient travel to the island. For the best deals it may be worth looking a little further afield and being flexible with travel dates. Flights take about four hours and it's worth checking the holiday deals for cheap accommodation too. You can also arrive from the other Canary Islands by plane or by boat.

On arrival in Lanzarote

Public transport from the airport is minimal in Lanzarote, although what there is is good value. The bus line serving the airport connects with Arrecife, where you can travel onwards. You should also check with your hotel to see whether they offer free transfers. Taxis to Puerto del Carmen tend to cost around €20 and to Playa Blanca about €30. Car hire is also available at the airport.

Getting around Lanzarote

There is a reasonable bus service on Lanzarote which operates predominantly between coastal towns, which is useful if you're planning on visiting other beach resorts. Circular routes also operate around the whole island. For any other sightseeing hiring a car is probably the best option. Even though the island can be traversed in under a couple of hours, taxis can be expensive and buses don't reach any of the inland sights. Scooter hire is also available but not advised because of the high winds inland.