Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where Gran Canaria Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LPA to Toronto flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from LPA to Toronto. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LPA is about 23 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near LPA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gran Canaria Airport, 68.09% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto flight is R 4,591. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,366. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LPA to Toronto, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LPA to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Following your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
Following your LPA to Toronto flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ can help you lock in a better rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Find a hotel near YKF and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late LPA to Toronto flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto is always a good idea. In addition to better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LPA to Toronto around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-visits when exploring Toronto.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.