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Playa de las Américas, Canary Islands, Spain – Spain Flag

Current Date And Time In Playa de las Américas, Spain

Thursday, 13 August 2026
23:33:58 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 3,000
District: Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

🗺 Map of Playa de las Américas, Canary Islands, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Playa de las Américas, a city in Canary Islands, Spain, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Playa de las Américas — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Playa de las Américas.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Spain operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Playa de las Américas, Canary Islands

📍 LATITUDE
28.064°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
16.73°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)28.064° N16.7301° W
Signed Decimal Degrees28.064-16.7301
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)28° 3' 51" N16° 43' 48" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)28° 3.8418' N16° 43.8072' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Playa de las Américas Today

🔥 SUNRISE
08:35 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:47 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 12m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
03:11 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Playa de las Américas’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Playa de las Américas’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,124 km
(1,941 mi) • Playa de las Américas is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,643 km
(1,021 mi) • Playa de las Américas is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
28.064° S, 163.27° E
The point exactly opposite Playa de las Américas through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Playa de las Américas, you'd surface nearest to Anse-Vata, New Caledonia, about 716 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Playa de las Américas

📍 Location Details

CityPlaya de las Américas
StateCanary Islands (Islas Canarias)
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,000
Elevation14 m / 46 ft
GPS (DD)28.064, -16.7301

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Playa de las Américas

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Canary Islands
Parent Country: Spain

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,000
🏆 State Rank: #86 of 119 most populous in Canary Islands

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Playa de las Américas to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Canary Islands.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AronaCanary IslandsNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
AdejeCanary IslandsN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Las RosasCanary IslandsSE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
La EstrellaCanary IslandsSE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
San Miguel De AbonaCanary IslandsE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
VilaflorCanary IslandsNE14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Playa de las Américas to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
129 km (80 mi)
E of Playa de las Américas • ~2h 9m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Madrid
1,818 km (1,130 mi)
NE of Playa de las Américas • ~30h 18m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Canary Islands

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Canary Islands, the home state of Playa de las Américas, along with each city's aerial distance from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria28.1018° N-15.4157° W122 m0 km🗺 View Map
Santa Cruz de Tenerife28.4682° N-16.2546° W10 m92 km🗺 View Map
La Laguna28.4853° N-16.3201° W558 m98 km🗺 View Map
Telde27.9924° N-15.4192° W160 m12 km🗺 View Map
Centro28.1272° N-15.4314° W158 m3 km🗺 View Map
Arona28.0996° N-16.681° W632 m124 km🗺 View Map
Santa Lucía27.9117° N-15.5407° W699 m24 km🗺 View Map
Arrecife28.963° N-13.5477° W20 m206 km🗺 View Map
San Bartolomé de Tirajana27.9248° N-15.5733° W902 m25 km🗺 View Map
Adeje28.1227° N-16.726° W284 m129 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Tenerife Sur Airport
IATA: TFS
16 km (10 mi) from Playa de las Américas
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🌍 Playa de las Américas Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Playa de las Américas Matter

The exact GPS location of Playa de las Américas gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Canary Islands. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Canary Islands state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Playa de las Américas Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Playa de las Américas are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Playa de las Américas

The satellite view of Playa de las Américas lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Spain map

🌎 Regional Position of Playa de las Américas in Canary Islands

Playa de las Américas sits within Canary Islands, Spain, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Playa de las Américas Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Playa de las Américas for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Canary Islands. › Browse every city in Canary Islands

💻 Using Playa de las Américas Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Playa de las Américas in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Spain. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Playa de las Américas Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Playa de las Américas directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Playa de las Américas. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Canary Islands CitiesAccess the full city directory for Canary Islands ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Playa de las Américas Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Playa de las Américas?

The GPS coordinates of Playa de las Américas are latitude 28.064° and longitude -16.7301°. In directional format: 28.064° N, 16.7301° W. These coordinates mark the center of Playa de las Américas in Canary Islands and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Playa de las Américas located?

Playa de las Américas is a city in Canary Islands, Spain, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Playa de las Américas?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Playa de las Américas sits at: Latitude 28° 3' 51" N and Longitude 16° 43' 48" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Playa de las Américas?

Playa de las Américas has a population of approximately 3,000 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Canary Islands.

🗺 How can I view Playa de las Américas on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Playa de las Américas is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 28.064, -16.7301 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Playa de las Américas in Canary Islands. For broader context, explore the Canary Islands state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Playa de las Américas?

The nearest airport to Playa de las Américas is Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Playa de las Américas from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Playa de las Américas is approximately 129 km (80 mi) from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital of Canary Islands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Canary Islands.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Playa de las Américas?

Playa de las Américas sits at an elevation of approximately 14 meters (46 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Canary Islands.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Playa de las Américas?

The closest cities to Playa de las Américas include Arona, Adeje, Las Rosas. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Playa de las Américas today?

Today in Playa de las Américas, sunrise is at 08:35 AM and sunset is at 09:47 PM, giving a day length of 13h 12m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Playa de las Américas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Playa de las Américas from the Equator?

Playa de las Américas is approximately 3,124 km (1,941 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,643 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Playa de las Américas?

The antipodal point of Playa de las Américas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Anse-Vata, New Caledonia, roughly 716 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Playa de las Américas from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Playa de las Américas is approximately 1,818 km (1,130 mi) NE of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.