Travelling from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Around 4 hours 51 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (where Gran Canaria Airport is located) and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Jet2 at 16:40. Choose the first GLA to LPA departure operated by Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to LPA, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
You can travel on a direct flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport with Jet2. This popular carrier operates departures from GLA.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Glasgow to LPA that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GLA and LPA include:
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is approximately 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) offers direct flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA).
Get on your direct flight from Glasgow to LPA with Jet2. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of PIK.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and LPA:
Fuerteventura Airport (FUE)
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 38 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 53 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Glasgow to LPA? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Consider booking a hotel close to LPA if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport to the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria takes around 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 1 hour and 41 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport from $52 or travel return from just $108. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
7 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find flight tickets from Glasgow to LPA.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Glasgow to LPA. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow to LPA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama are major attractions which should be on every Las Palmas de Gran Canaria itinerary.
Complete your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and see the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Glasgow to Gran Canaria Airport.