Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Manchester.
Each week, there are 15 Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, take the 06:15 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 16:40 with Jet2.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN 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.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
With direct flights from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (and then other parts of Spain) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Ryanair is the top choice for travelers on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for MAN to LPA flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and LPA:
Fuerteventura Airport
Lanzarote Airport
Tenerife South Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Currently, $36 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $110. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAN to LPA by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAN to LPA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near LPA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando to explore Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Gran Canaria Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is approximately 16 miles from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 66ºF and 79ºF. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to LPA in February. Temperatures average between 55ºF and 68ºF then.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. Around 9 miles south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a visit to Telde will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
Arona is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 75 miles west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No journey is complete without dropping by Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.