Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To ensure you catch your MAA to LPA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and LPA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Right now, R 5,665 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 17,926. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to LPA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from MAA to LPA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near LPA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and explore beyond Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's main sights.
Booking your ride from Gran Canaria Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport to the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
March is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to LPA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 14 kilometres south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a trip to Telde will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Spain, head for Arona, about 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca are the start of reasons to visit.
