Cheap Flights to Las Palmas

Most popular in	August	High demand for flights, 38% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
Average price	£190	Price for this month
Cheapest price	£38	From London to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Cheapest prices for Las Palmas flights by month

January

£75

February

£129

March

£109

April

£189

May

£175

June

£144

July

£223

August

£298

September

£174

October

£189

November

£84

December

£212

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Las Palmas is January. The most expensive month for flights is August. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

When is the best time to fly to Las Palmas?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

£322

£238

£154

£70

Price	£70 - £307
Temperature	21 - 28 °C
Rainfall	0 - 37 mm

The best time to fly to Las Palmas is during December, but great deals can be found at other times. August sees the temperatures in Las Palmas peak to their warmest. December tends, on average, to see the most amount of rainfall.

When is the best time to book flights to Las Palmas?

The price you pay for your flight to Las Palmas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Days before departure

Which day is cheapest to fly to Las Palmas?

At the moment, Tuesday is the most economical day to take a flight to Las Palmas. Saturday is likely to be the most costly.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Las Palmas flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the morning. Booking a flight in the afternoon will likely mean higher prices.

When to Fly?

February is an ideal month to take a flight to Las Palmas as this is when the famous Carnival de Gran Canaria takes place. A cavalcade of colour, song and dance, this is one of the largest and most famous annual festivities in the whole of Spain, attracting thousands of visitors each year. There is a whole host of events, acts and performances which are perfect for the whole family.

During the low season months of January, March and November, months you tend to find cheap flights to Las Palmas. Temperatures during this period are still pleasantly warm but the chance of rainfall increases, particularly in November.

To get a true sense of the culture and customs, book your flights to Las Palmas during mid-June when the Foundation Celebrations take place. The foundation of the city is remembered through a programme of art performances, concerts, activities for children and a number of other events, lasting around 10 days. A highlight and true tradition is the nocturnal swim (or paddle) on the night of the 23rd of June, which is La noche de San Juan.

Why Visit?

Although it is located on the island of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas has the vibrancy and energy of a mainland Spanish city. The joint capital of Gran Canaria, along with Santa Cruz, Las Palmas is one of the largest cities in Spain and offers the hustle and bustle of city life, in addition to the finest traditions of a beach holiday. Indeed, Playa de Las Canteras is regarded as one of the very best urban beaches in the world and is a focal point for both tourists and locals alike. The promenade which runs along Playa de Las Canteras is lined with bars, cafes and restaurants and is a constant hive of activity.

Away from the beaches, many tourists head for the older districts of the city, including Triana and Vegueta. Triana is the centre of commercial life in the city, with a wealth of shops and eating establishments constantly thriving with visitors. Vegueta was officially designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1990 and has an atmosphere all of its own. Many of the city’s best bars and restaurants are located here, with special tapas evenings a regular occurrence.

Take a flight to Las Palmas and see a city that remains proud of its heritage. It is said that the explorer Christopher Columbus embarked on his voyage to the Americas from here and visitors to the city can now relive his story at the Casa de Colon Museum. This is just one of many such attraction to be found here which pay tribute to the city’s historic legacy.

Getting around Las Palmas

Las Palmas has one of the best bus services in Spain. Yellow buses operate solely within the city itself, while the blue-coloured variety will take you to other destinations on the island. The main yellow bus services run every few minutes. Taxis can be hailed in the street when you see their green light and all operate on a metered fare system.

Getting Downtown from the Airport

All flights land on Gran Canaria International Airport (LPA) which is situated approximately 15 miles from the centre of Las Palmas. A regular bus service operates throughout the day and takes passengers from the airport directly to the bus station in the middle of the city. Metered taxis are also available, as is the option of hiring a car.