Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
The timezone in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cairo.
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 board your CAI to LPA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CAI and LPA include:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Vienna International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
ر.ق. 617 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 1,172. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to LPA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to LPA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the departures from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LPA if you're catching a late Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and explore Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Gran Canaria Airport about one week before you travel.
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. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to LPA in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Telde is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Around 14 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
Arona is another essential stop in Spain and is around 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. No journey is complete without seeing Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca.
