Flying from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA).
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to LPA.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LPA flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport reach their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Book a hotel near LPA if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and experience the lesser-explored corners of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Currently, 670 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.231 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to LPA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne 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). Book your Melbourne to LPA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport in February when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
Your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey around 129 kilometres west to Arona to check off its top sights. From Playa de las Américas to Playa Los Cristianos and Playa de Los Cristianos, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Arrecife is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No trip is complete without dropping by Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique.
