Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Cardiff and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CWL to LPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CWL and LPA include:
Tenerife South Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Right now, $61 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $142. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to LPA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from CWL to LPA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of all flights leaving Cardiff Airport, 66.16% land on time at their destination.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CWL? If you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Consider staying in a hotel near LPA if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and see more of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Gran Canaria Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
From Gran Canaria Airport, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with temperatures ranging from 66ºF to 79ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to LPA in February. Average temperatures are between 55ºF and 68ºF then.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 9 miles south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a trip to Telde will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
Arona is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 75 miles west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No trip is complete without dropping by Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.