Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Nottingham and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Each week, there are six East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, pick the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 16:35 with Jet2.
Your EMA to LPA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (and perhaps some other great parts of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier that operates EMA to LPA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between EMA and LPA:
Lanzarote Airport
Tenerife South Airport
Fuerteventura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight is 36 €. A return ticket is currently 76 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from EMA to LPA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
75.1% of flights departing from East Midlands Airport land at their destination on time.
East Midlands Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Nottingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near EMA:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LPA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and explore beyond Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
March is the busiest month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from East Midlands Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from EMA to LPA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Telde is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Around 14 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
Arona is another standout destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No trip is complete without visiting Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.