Flying from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is three hours behind Istanbul. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to LPA, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LPA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LPA include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to LPA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LPA:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
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.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport is $186. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $388. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to LPA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to LPA.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA), while March is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Book your Istanbul to LPA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between 13ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Gran Canaria Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
After booking your flight from Istanbul 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:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar are must-do's during your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 129 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a visit to Arona will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Playa Los Cristianos, Playa de Los Cristianos and ISKCON Tenerife.
Around 209 kilometres northeast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arrecife is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto.