Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is three hours ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where Gran Canaria Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your LPA to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LPA to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
LPA is around 14 miles from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near LPA. Whether you have an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Gran Canaria Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.09% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Istanbul
£77 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £169. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LPA to Istanbul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 30 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LPA to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 30 miles from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LPA to Istanbul flight:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Istanbul in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LPA to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 220 miles away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you want to check out another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among the biggest draws.