Binter Canarias
A Spanish regional airline based in the Canary Islands, specialising in inter-island services and selected international links to nearby destinations in Europe and Africa.
About Binter Canarias
Binter Canarias is a Spanish scheduled airline founded in 1989 to operate regional services within the Canary Islands. It began flying as an Iberia subsidiary before being sold to a group of Canarian investors in 2002. The carrier has since developed a distinct island-based identity focused on connecting the archipelago’s communities with one another and with nearby international markets.
Its principal operating centre is Las Palmas, with Tenerife also playing a major role in the network. Binter operates 49 routes serving 13 destinations across five countries. Core services connect islands including Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma and El Hierro, while international routes extend to Portugal, Morocco, Western Sahara and Cabo Verde.
The aircraft types associated with its operations include the Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72 turboprop and the Canadair Regional Jet 200. The ATR 72 is particularly well suited to frequent, short inter-island sectors and airports with relatively limited demand. Binter generally offers a single-cabin regional layout, although fare conditions, flexibility, baggage and seat-selection benefits vary by ticket category and route.
Binter Canarias is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. Its loyalty programme is BinterMás, through which registered members can earn and redeem points and receive benefits determined by their membership level and fare. Travellers connecting to or from other airlines should check whether their itinerary is covered by a commercial partnership, as alliance-wide privileges and protections do not automatically apply.
Binter’s main strength is the breadth and frequency of its Canary Islands connections, which can make multi-island travel considerably easier than relying on surface transport. Its regional aircraft are appropriate for these short sectors, but the smaller cabins and limited overhead storage can feel restrictive when flights are busy. Weather, airport constraints and tightly timed rotations can also affect inter-island schedules, so passengers with separate onward tickets should allow a sensible connection margin.
Good to know
Flying with Binter Canarias — what to expect
Regional Aircraft Cabins
Many services use ATR 72 turboprops designed for short regional flights. Cabin and overhead-bin space can be tighter than on larger mainline aircraft.
Check Baggage Terms
Baggage entitlements depend on the fare and route, so confirm the allowance shown on your booking. Larger cabin bags may need to be placed in the hold when storage is limited.
Allow Connection Time
Leave a reasonable buffer when connecting between islands, particularly if the onward journey is booked separately. Weather and operational constraints can disrupt closely timed regional rotations.
Two Main Gateways
Las Palmas is Binter’s primary hub, while Tenerife is another important departure and connection point. The most convenient gateway will depend on the island and international route involved.
Loyalty Programme
BinterMás members can earn and redeem points on eligible travel. Benefits and earning conditions vary by fare and membership level, so review the programme terms before booking.
Network overview
Where Binter Canarias flies
Binter Canarias operates 49 routes to 13 destinations across 5 countries, its longest sector reaching Las Palmas to Praia (1,669 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Binter Canarias flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Las Palmas → Praia
1,669 km · LPA → RAI
The longest sector in the Binter Canarias network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Binter Canarias
Notable destinations on Binter Canarias's network.
NTLas PalmasdirectNTTenerifedirectNTArrecifedirectNTPuerto del RosariodirectNTSanta Cruz De La PalmadirectNTValverdedirectNTAgadirdirectNTCasablancadirectNTLaayounedirectNTLisbondirectNTMarrakechdirectNTPraiadirectDestination list is indicative of Binter Canarias's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
Binter Canarias — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- The busiest departure hubs by number of routes are Las Palmas, Tenerife, Arrecife, Puerto del Rosario and Santa Cruz De La Palma, in that order.
- Tickets are often cheapest when booked in advance for off-peak travel, particularly outside holidays and busy weekend periods. Comparing nearby dates and different departure islands can reveal lower fares.
- Binter Canarias serves exactly 13 destinations across five countries, operating 49 routes.
- Binter Canarias’s longest route is Las Palmas to Praia, covering about 1,669 km nonstop.
- Binter Canarias connects the principal Canary Islands and serves nearby international destinations including Lisbon, Agadir, Casablanca, Marrakech, Laayoune and Praia.
- Cabin-baggage limits can vary by fare and service, so passengers should check the allowance displayed on their ticket or Binter’s website. Regional aircraft have limited overhead space, and larger bags may need to be checked at the gate.
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- Binter Canarias’s primary hub is Las Palmas, with Tenerife serving as another major operating base. Arrecife, Puerto del Rosario and Santa Cruz De La Palma are also important departure points.