Travelling from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is five hours ahead of Orlando. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Orlando to LPA.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like March? High seasons (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Orlando to LPA leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Travelling from central Orlando to MCO takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can get to SFB from central Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to LPA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
69% of flights out of Orlando Sanford International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LPA:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week before your Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
From Gran Canaria Airport, central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
At the moment, 225 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 481 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Orlando to LPA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Orlando to LPA.
Lock in a cheap flight from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. March is when most people book flights from Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Orlando to LPA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando 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 Orlando to Gran Canaria Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
Your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel about 129 kilometres west to Arona to tick off its top sights. From Playa Los Cristianos to Playa de Los Cristianos and ISKCON Tenerife, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Spain, head for Arrecife, roughly 209 kilometres northeast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto are the start of reasons to visit.
