Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one hour behind Bologna and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from BLQ to LPA start at 05:50 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 16:05 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from three weekly Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BLQ to LPA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair has direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
With 72.73% of its services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BLQ to LPA flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLQ and LPA:
Fuerteventura Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight is $67. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $173. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BLQ to LPA.
The cheapest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
When it comes to Guglielmo Marconi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Guglielmo Marconi Airport from central Bologna, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BLQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're arriving on a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LPA:
Pick up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Gran Canaria Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to LPA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 14 kilometres south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a visit to Telde will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
Arona is another standout destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No trip is complete without experiencing Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.