Travelling from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is four hours behind Dubai. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to LPA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
In high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to LPA leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport. Here's where you can connect between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and LPA:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to LPA flight:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Reserve a hotel near LPA if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Pick up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and explore Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport is C$237. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$649. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to LPA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Dubai to LPA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.
Find the best deal on a flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). August is the busiest month to travel to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Dubai to LPA flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar are essential stops on your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Arona is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Around 129 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Playa de las Américas, Playa Los Cristianos and Playa de Los Cristianos.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, consider Arrecife, about 209 kilometres north-east of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique are among its highlights.
