International Departures check-in hall at Gran Canaria Airport © las-palmas-24.com

Gran Canaria Airport Departures (LPA) – Flight Times Today

Check-in times, gate status and delays for flights to the UK, Ireland and beyond

Gran Canaria Airport's live departures board shows every outbound flight in real time, including check-in status, gate and delays. Flying home to the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland or the Baltics? Find flight duration, check-in advice and the fastest way to the terminal here.

Gran Canaria flight departures 2026/08/17

Overview

The live departures board at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) tracks every outbound flight in real time — with airline, check-in desk, gate and current status. This page also covers typical flight duration to the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland and the Baltics, plus check-in advice and how to get to the terminal from Las Palmas.

How to Read the Departures Board

The departure times shown here are updated automatically several times an hour from the AENA system. Each flight moves through several stages before take-off:

• Scheduled – check-in has not opened yet
• Check-in – the desks are open
• Boarding – passengers are boarding at the gate
• Gate closed – final boarding call, no further access
• Departed – the aircraft has taken off
• Delayed – the flight is running later than the published schedule

It's worth checking the board again in the hour before your flight, as gates and times can change at short notice.

Flight Times to the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland and the Baltics

Flight duration from Gran Canaria depends heavily on where you're heading, since some parts of Europe are much closer to the island than others.

• To the UK and Ireland, direct flights typically take around 4 to 4.5 hours — among the shortest routes from Gran Canaria to northern Europe.
• To Scandinavia (Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland), direct flights usually take around 5.5 to 6 hours.
• To Poland, direct flights average around 5.5 to 6 hours as well, similar to the Scandinavian routes.
• To the Baltic states (Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia), flight duration is typically the longest of these regions, at around 6 to 6.5 hours on the few direct or one-stop connections available.

Outbound flights from Gran Canaria are usually 15 to 30 minutes slower than the return leg, since they fly against the prevailing tailwinds. Always check your booking confirmation for the exact scheduled time on your specific route.

Check-in and Terminal

International departures are handled in the International Terminal at Gran Canaria Airport. Check-in desks usually open around two to three hours before the scheduled departure time. During peak season or for charter flights, queues can build up quickly, so it's worth arriving a little earlier. Full details on terminal layout, gates and walking routes are on the separate terminal overview page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How up to date are the departure times on this page?

The live departures board is updated automatically several times an hour, straight from AENA data. Gates and times can change at short notice — the last update time is shown below the board.

How early should I get to Gran Canaria Airport before my flight?

For international flights, plan to arrive around two to three hours before departure. During peak season or for charter flights, the check-in area can get busier, so a little extra time is worth it.

Where is check-in for international departures?

International departures are handled in the International Terminal. You'll find the exact location of check-in desks and gates on the terminal overview page.

How long is the flight from Gran Canaria to the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Poland or the Baltics?

Direct flights to the UK and Ireland usually take around 4 to 4.5 hours. To Scandinavia and Poland, expect around 5.5 to 6 hours, and to the Baltic states around 6 to 6.5 hours. Outbound flights are typically a little slower than the return leg.

What does "Gate closed" mean on the departures board?

"Gate closed" marks the final boarding stage — access to the aircraft is no longer possible. Passengers should be at the gate no later than the "Boarding" status.

How do I get to Gran Canaria Airport?

By bus (Line 60 from Las Palmas, Line 66 from Maspalomas/Playa del Inglés), taxi, hire car, or a pre-booked private transfer. From Las Palmas, journey time to the airport is around 25 to 35 minutes.