Graciosa Island Airport
Graciosa Airport is the main air gateway for Santa Cruz da Graciosa on Graciosa Island in Portugal’s Azores, giving visitors a practical arrival point for one of the archipelago’s quieter and more relaxed destinations. Identified by the codes GRW and LPGR, it is classified as a medium airport, but its scale feels straightforward and manageable, which is often a benefit after island flights. Sitting just 86 feet above sea level, the airport is close to the coast and well placed for onward travel into town and around the island.
About Graciosa Island Airport
Graciosa Airport is the main air gateway for Santa Cruz da Graciosa on Graciosa Island in Portugal’s Azores, giving visitors a practical arrival point for one of the archipelago’s quieter and more relaxed destinations. Identified by the codes GRW and LPGR, it is classified as a medium airport, but its scale feels straightforward and manageable, which is often a benefit after island flights. Sitting just 86 feet above sea level, the airport is close to the coast and well placed for onward travel into town and around the island.
Overview
Graciosa Airport is the main air gateway for Santa Cruz da Graciosa on Graciosa Island in Portugal’s Azores, giving visitors a practical arrival point for one of the archipelago’s quieter and more relaxed destinations. Identified by the codes GRW and LPGR, it is classified as a medium airport, but its scale feels straightforward and manageable, which is often a benefit after island flights. Sitting just 86 feet above sea level, the airport is close to the coast and well placed for onward travel into town and around the island.
What Travellers Should Know
- Airport codes: GRW for IATA and LPGR for ICAO
- Location served: Santa Cruz da Graciosa, Portugal
- Time zone: Atlantic/Azores, useful to check when planning inter-island connections
- Runway: 09/27, measuring 4,529 feet, with a concrete surface
- Lighting: the runway is lighted, supporting operations in lower-light conditions
Why It Matters for Your Trip
For most travellers, the appeal of Graciosa Airport is convenience rather than scale: it offers a simple arrival experience that matches the island’s laid-back character. The single runway, aligned 09/27, is adequate for regional service and helps connect Graciosa with the rest of the Azores and mainland travel networks. Because island weather and schedules can sometimes affect journeys, it is wise to confirm local times carefully and allow a little flexibility in your plans. Once you land, you are already close to the calm streets, volcanic landscapes, and slower rhythm that make Graciosa distinct.
Routes
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FAQ
Graciosa Island Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Graciosa Island Airport is located in Graciosa Island (Azores), Portugal (Europe), at coordinates 39.090°, -28.030°.
- Its IATA code is GRW and its ICAO code is LPGR.
- Graciosa Island Airport serves Graciosa Island (Azores), Portugal. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Graciosa Island Airport operates on Atlantic/Azores local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Graciosa Island Airport sits at latitude 39.090° and longitude -28.030°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from GRW. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GRW is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GRW on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is EN1-2, Santa Cruz da Graciosa, Açores, 9880, Portugal, the phone number is +351 296 209 748. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Portugal. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.