Travelling from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to New York: what you need to know
Gran Canaria Airport is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Following the UTC-4 timezone, New York is four hours behind Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
To avoid missing your LPA to New York flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LPA to New York with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Travelling from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to LPA takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to LPA? If you're boarding an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gran Canaria Airport, 68.09% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to New York
RM1,281 is currently the best price for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to New York flight. Return flight tickets start from RM1,436. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from LPA to New York, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Gran Canaria Airport to New York is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across the month and bag an epic deal.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Travel at your own speed with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and find adventure across New York and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LPA to New York.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your LPA to New York flight, settle in at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York and make your way to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel near LGA. Get comfortable at one of these options after your LPA to New York flight:
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted names here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're after a specific make or model, book your ride from LGA about two weeks before your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
The street address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Travel to New York during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Gran Canaria Airport to New York during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Gran Canaria Airport to New York flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LPA to New York around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to New York, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.