Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt.
Take your pick of 19 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights. The 07:15 departure with Condor is the earliest available. EW Discover operates the last service of the day at 12:45.
Your FRA to LPA flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport available through various airlines, flying to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (and then other parts of Spain) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
EW Discover is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for FRA to LPA flights is Condor.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and LPA include:
Lanzarote Airport
Nuremberg Airport
Fuerteventura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
63 € is the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. A return flight starts at 144 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to LPA by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FRA to LPA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're coming in on a late Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LPA:
Pick up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
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 has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to LPA in February. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 14 kilometres south to Telde to tick off its must-visit sights. From Casa Museo Leon y Castillo to Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arona is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.