Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow is 4 hours 51 minutes.
Glasgow and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (where Gran Canaria Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
With 7 weekly flights between the two airports, Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. Jet2 operates the earliest flight at 15:55. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from LPA to GLA is with Jet2 at 22:25.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from LPA to Glasgow. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow that arrives at Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow include:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LPA to Glasgow. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
You can enter United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Spain. But before booking your cheap tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
LPA is about 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Have an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LPA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Glasgow
15 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow. A return flight starts at 45 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from LPA to Glasgow, book your journey 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from LPA to Glasgow every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near GLA if you have a late flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). After your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 38 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 53 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LPA to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Glasgow, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from LPA to Glasgow sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Glasgow, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
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