Flying from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to LPA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Relax before your Melbourne to LPA flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport. Make yourself 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 set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport flight.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometers from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
$1,019 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport. Return flights start at $1,128. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to LPA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Save money on your flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). August is the busiest month to travel to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Melbourne to LPA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport in February when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Start your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Gran Canaria Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras) followed by Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 129 kilometers west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a visit to Arona will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Playa de las Américas, Playa Los Cristianos and Playa de Los Cristianos.
Around 209 kilometers northeast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arrecife is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique.
