Flying from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): What you need to know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is six hours ahead of Chicago. Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to LPA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Chicago to LPA with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and LPA include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to LPA flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that take off from RFD reach their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Book a hotel near LPA if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport. Pick one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Currently, R 5,048 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,092. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to LPA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
March is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). Visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Chicago to LPA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Start your Las Palmas de Gran Canaria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Gran Canaria Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar are major attractions which should feature on any good Las Palmas de Gran Canaria itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Arona is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Around 129 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Playa Los Cristianos, Playa de Los Cristianos and ISKCON Tenerife.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Arrecife, roughly 209 kilometres northeast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto are key highlights.
