Travelling from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is seven hours ahead of Seattle. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to LPA, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to LPA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to LPA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near LPA instead:
Grab a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is about 23 kilometres from Gran Canaria Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
243 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport. Return flights start from 726 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to LPA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). August is when most people travel to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If crowds aren't your thing, go 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 Seattle to LPA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Gran Canaria Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras) followed by 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 check off its popular sights. From Playa de las Américas to Playa Los Cristianos and Playa de Los Cristianos, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arrecife is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique.
