Flying from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is four hours behind Dubai. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to LPA, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to LPA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
74% of flights that leave from Dubai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport, browse these options when taking off from Al Maktoum International Airport:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to LPA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Reserve a hotel close to LPA if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and explore Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Currently, $923 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,271. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to LPA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). March is when most people visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in September.
Book a Dubai to LPA plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to range from 19ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 20ºC.
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Start your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Gran Canaria Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a trip to Arona will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Playa de las Américas, Playa Los Cristianos and Playa de Los Cristianos.
Arrecife is another essential stop in Spain and is around 209 kilometres northeast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No journey is complete without seeing Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique.