Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SFO to LPA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. These are the top stopovers between SFO and LPA:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight is R 5,484. A return ticket right now is R 7,605. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to LPA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to LPA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Consider staying in a hotel near LPA if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and find adventure across Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
March is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to LPA in February. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 14 kilometres south to Telde to check off its leading attractions. From Casa Museo Leon y Castillo to Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Arona is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No trip is complete without a visit to Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.
