Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Edinburgh are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from LPA to EDI start from 11:10 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 22:05 with Jet2. Overall, you can choose from eight weekly Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your LPA to EDI flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like March? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Edinburgh (and perhaps some other great corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating LPA to EDI flights, Ryanair is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LPA and EDI:
Fuerteventura Airport
Lanzarote Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is ₹ 3,373. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 7,111. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from LPA to EDI by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LPA to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
68.09% of flights that leave from Gran Canaria Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Gran Canaria Airport from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LPA? If you've booked an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel close to EDI if you have a late Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Edinburgh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LPA to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.
