El Hierro Airport (IATA code: VDE, ICAO code: GCHI) is a civil airport located in the municipality of Valverde, on the island of El Hierro, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, approximately 9 km from the town of Valverde, in Spain. It is the island’s only airport, with commercial operations focused on inter-island connections, mainly to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Gran Canaria Airport (LPA).
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Flight departures and arrivals
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Transport and getting around
The airport is located on the northeastern coast of El Hierro and is connected to Valverde and the rest of the island by the local road network. Taxis, buses and car rental services are available. Due to the mountainous terrain, journeys to some towns may involve longer routes along winding roads.
Taxis operate under regulated fares, with prices varying according to the destination, time of day and applicable airport surcharges.
For information or to check taxi availability, passengers can contact TransHierro (+34 922 314 808) or Taxi Muñoz (+34 679 181 551).
Taxis are particularly convenient for reaching accommodation directly, travelling with luggage or making journeys outside bus operating hours.
The service operates every day, with several departures coordinated with regular flight schedules. The bus stop is located outside the terminal, near the arrivals area.
To reach destinations such as Frontera, El Pinar or La Restinga, passengers generally need to transfer in Valverde to other routes within the island’s bus network.
Timetables may vary depending on the season and scheduled flights, so passengers should check available departures before travelling.
For route and timetable information, contact TransHierro (+34 922 551 175).
Vehicles are collected and returned in designated areas within the airport grounds, following each rental company’s instructions. Booking in advance is recommended, particularly during periods of higher demand.
Renting a car is especially useful for exploring El Hierro, visiting the Frontera Rural Park, reaching viewpoints in the island’s interior and travelling to towns such as La Restinga or El Pinar without depending on public transport timetables.
Mountain roads can increase journey times, even between places that are relatively close.
Distinctive featureThe airport was built at Llano de los Cangrejos, on the northeastern coast of El Hierro, one of the few suitable locations for a runway on an island with particularly rugged terrain. The site was chosen because of the mountainous landscape and the scarcity of sufficiently flat land.
Airport facilities
Location
- Country Spain
- Region Canary Islands
- Subregion Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Island El Hierro
- Locality Valverde
- Elevation 32 m (105 ft)
- Coordinates 27.814722, -17.886944
Airlines and destinations
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