Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your ATH to LPA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ATH and LPA include:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Athens International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LPA instead:
Explore without limits with a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and venture far and wide through Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Athens International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to LPA in February. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (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'll want to see. Around 14 kilometres south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a trip to Telde will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, consider Arona, about 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Playa Los Cristianos, Playa de Los Cristianos and ISKCON Tenerife are among its highlights.