Travelling from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's timezone is UTC+0, making Las Palmas de Gran Canaria one hour behind Milan.
Flights from MXP to LPA start from 05:50 — the first with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 15:10 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from four weekly Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MXP to LPA flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
With direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (and then other destinations in Spain) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
The most punctual carrier offering MXP to LPA flights is easyJet. Its services land as planned 75.0% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MXP and LPA:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Lanzarote Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
R 563 is the lowest price for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,126. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book four months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MXP to LPA.
The cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the flights that depart from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Milan Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Consider booking a hotel near LPA if you're catching a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good 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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
December is the most popular month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in May.
Lock in your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Gran Canaria Airport for August if you want to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MXP to LPA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 14 kilometres south to Telde to check off its top sights. From Mirador de San Francisco to Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arona is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Playa Los Cristianos, Playa de Los Cristianos and ISKCON Tenerife.