Manchester to Gran Canaria flights

How long is the flight from Manchester to Gran Canaria?

The flight time from Manchester to Gran Canaria is approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes with a direct flight.

Is there a time change from Manchester to Gran Canaria?

Gran Canaria runs on Western European Time (WET), so that there is no time change between the Canary Islands and the UK.

What documentation do I need to fly from Manchester to Gran Canaria?

You will not need a visa to travel to the Canary Islands from the UK, however you will need your passport, which should be valid for the entirety of your stay.

• TUI Airways - world's largest charter airline, with headquarters in Luton, UK.
• Ryanair - Irish low-cost airline.
• Jet2 - British airline offering low-cost flights.
• Aer Lingus - flag carrier airline of Ireland.
• Brussels Airlines - largest airline in Belgium.
• Thomas Cook Airlines - popular British airline offering chartered and scheduled flights.
• EasyJet - low cost airline based in Luton, UK.

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• February - the Festival of the Blooming Almond Trees is celebrated on a big scale in the cities of Tejeda and Valsequilla at this time of year. Take the opportunity to enjoy folk dancing, and sample almond wine and sweets, along with other local produce.
• Visit in March to enjoy the spectacular Las Palmas Carnival. A colourful parade with singers and dancers is the highlight of the two day event.
• May is the ideal time to visit if you want to avoid the holiday crowds, yet still enjoy the beaches. With balmy temperatures around 24?, it is also an ideal time for hiking and sports.
• September - arrive in late September and enjoy what is considered to be the best surfing season on Gran Canaria.

Manchester Airport (MAN) is the main air hub for domestic and international flights in the Greater Manchester Area.

Useful information about Manchester Airport

The airport terminal location is in Ringway, Greater Manchester, a 25 minute journey from the city centre.

How to get to the airport:

• By train - Manchester Piccadilly service to Manchester Airport runs every 10 minutes.
• By bus - numerous local bus services, including the Stagecoach 24 hour service.
• By car - the airport terminal is 9 miles south of the city centre, and is well connected with the M6, M60, and M62.
• By taxi - private hire and black cab taxi rank available at all airport terminal buildings.
• By tram - Metrolink tram service runs every 12 minutes, 10 minute walk to airport departures from the metro station.

Services: Click and collect service for beauty and tech items, airport hotels, lounge services, restaurants, bars, and shops.

Gran Canaria's international air hub is Las Palmas Airport (LPA).

Useful information about Las Palmas Airport

Las Palmas Airport is about 15 miles to the south of the capital city of Las Palmas.

How to get from the airport to various cities in Gran Canaria:

• By car - car hire companies at the airport, 25 minutes to Las Palmas, 45 minutes to Mogan, and 20 minutes to Las Palomas.
• By bus - route 60 to Las Palmas, about 30 minutes. Route 5 to Puerto de Mogan, runs every 20 minutes. Route 36 to Telde, which runs hourly.
• By taxi - catch a taxi from the marked taxi rank at the airport terminal. Phone or email for approximate fares or to pre-book a trip.

Services: VIP lounge, ATMs, currency exchange, car hire, free Wi-Fi, selection of shops and cafes, chapel.

• Go hiking in Nublo Rural Park and climb up to the plateau to view the landmark mountain peak called Roque Nublo.
• Head to Puerto Rico Harbour for boat trips and dolphin watching cruises.
• Cool off from the summer heat with the pools and thrilling slides of Aqualand Maspalomas Waterpark.
• Enjoy the warm weather and calm waters of Puerto De Mogan, and of course you can also enjoy sunbathing and swimming on the island's many beaches.
• Finally, don't forget to bring a camera in order to capture the sunsets over the dunes on Maspalomas beach.