Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to London: what you need to know
London and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (where Gran Canaria Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 11:05. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from LPA to STN is with Jet2 at 22:10.
Give yourself enough time to make your LPA to London flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your journey at LPA and go straight to London without any layovers. When booking a direct Gran Canaria Airport to London ticket, here's where your plane could land:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to London include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from LPA to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, LPA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LPA:
68.09% of flights taking off from Gran Canaria Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to London flight is Rs6,314. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs12,967. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from LPA to London, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Gran Canaria Airport to London tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from LPA to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LPA to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near STN after your LPA to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London is a good time to secure your ride from STN. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
Before scheduling your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to London, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Gran Canaria Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LPA to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After booking your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to London, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should be on every London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.