Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Every week, there are eight Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport flights. To be on board early, opt for the 10:55 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:20 with Jet2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your LPA to BHX flight.
Flying during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport, so jetting to Birmingham (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Jet2 on this route.
With 75.0% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering LPA to BHX flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LPA and BHX:
Lanzarote Airport
Seville Airport
Fuerteventura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is $57. A return fare is currently $144. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LPA to BHX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
70% of flights leaving from Gran Canaria Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LPA:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Consider booking a hotel close to BHX if you're catching a late Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Birmingham Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Birmingham Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Birmingham Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LPA to BHX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Birmingham, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to London to check off its must-visit sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Manchester, about 113 kilometres north of Birmingham. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are key highlights.