Transport prices increase by 11% across the Canary Islands

Transport prices in the Canary Islands were 11% higher in October than a year earlier, the biggest increase of any category in the latest inflation figures.

Spain’s National Statistics Institute published the figures today (Friday). They show that consumer prices in the islands rose by 1% from September to October. The annual inflation rate edged up from 4.4% to 4.5%, while Spain’s national rate held at 4.9%.

The 11% rise covers transport as a whole, including the costs of running a vehicle and paying for transport services. Price changes for individual fares and services can vary.

The combined category for restaurants and accommodation was 4.6% more expensive than in October last year. Housing-related costs rose by 4.4%, while information and communications prices increased by 4.3%. Clothing and footwear recorded a much smaller rise of 0.7%.

Overall consumer prices in the Canary Islands have risen by 3.7% since the start of 2026. The annual rate of 4.5% compares prices with October last year.