Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Florence is one hour ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your LPA to FLR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LPA and FLR include:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Florence Airport (FLR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport flight is $134. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $271. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LPA to FLR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LPA to FLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gran Canaria Airport, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Gran Canaria Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LPA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Florence Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and discover more of Florence and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Florence Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport to the centre of Florence has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
September is the most popular month for flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Florence in March.
Book your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Florence Airport for August if you want to go to Florence during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LPA to FLR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you want to check out another side of Italy, head for Milan, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are among the biggest draws.