Source: The Holy See
Apostolic Journey of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV to Spain (6 – 12 June 2026) – Departure from Barcelona and Welcome at the Gran Canaria-Gando Air Base, 11.06.2026
Departure from Barcelona and Welcome at the Gran Canaria-Gando Air Base in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
At 7.30 this morning, the Holy Father Leo XIV took leave of the Archbishop’s residence in Barcelona and transferred by car to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat International Airport. At 8.45 he departed on board an A320 Iberia bound for Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
The aircraft carrying the Holy Father is expected to land at Gran-Canaria-Gando Air Base at 10.50 local time (11.50 in Rome).
Upon arrival, the Holy Father Leo XIV will be welcomed by some local authorities, followed by a brief meeting in the VIP lounge.