Cheap flights to Gran Canaria (LPA) (2024)

A flight from London to Gran Canaria takes just over four hours.

Use ourlow fare finderto discover the cheapest time to visit Gran Canaria. The most popular time to visit the island is in the summer and winter months, so book your flights in spring or autumn to save but still enjoy the year-round sunshine and warm temperatures.

You can make your trip to Gran Canaria fit any budget, especially if you do a little forward planning. Finding affordable restaurants and bars is an easy feat on the island, just look out for where the locals eat. As the temperature on the island rarely drops below 20°C – even in the winter months – you can comfortably spend a lot of time outside, exploring the streets of Las Palmas by foot or taking advantage of all the natural beauty spots that are perfect for hikes. There’s nothing better than stretching out on the beach with a good book.

You can explore Las Palmas easily by foot or by renting a bike – there are several bike lanes connecting different parts of the city. To explore the island further, buses run along all the popular routes. For ease, you can hire a car or private transfer on the island to get you to all the destinations you’d like to explore.

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what Gran Canaria has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

The third largest island in the Canaries archipelago, Gran Canaria is lively, full of history and has lots of natural beauty to explore. Whether you’re visiting the historic cosmopolitan capital of Las Palmas or embarking on an adrenaline-fused adventure filled with hiking, cycling or water sports, there’s something for every traveller to enjoy.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit Spain. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of these areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel.You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at theIATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.