Gran Canaria - Spain's tropical island getaway

Gran Canaria is one of the Canary Islands in Spain. It is particularly well-known for its stunning white sandy beaches, and breathtaking landscapes.
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When best to go to Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria boasts year round warm, sunny weather. Summers, between May and November, tend to be hot and dry, while winters are slightly cooler. Sometimes the western side of the island is affected by hot, dry winds that have the effect of increasing temperatures, while the northern side of the island is affected by Trade Winds and rainfall. Annual events take place on Gran Canaria throughout the year. During the months of January and February, there is the Festival de Musica de Canarias. During this time live music events are held at various venues across the island. Every year on the 12th October the Dia Nacional de Espana is celebrated with colourful street parades and lively festivities.

Basic facts on arrival: tips and cost of living

The main tourist resorts are on the south side of the island. This includes Puerto Rico, Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas. Gran Canaria is popular amongst surfers, and there are surf camps and schools dotted around the island. The north facing coast offers some of the best surfing experiences. Gran Canaria features terrain that is ideal for exploring on a mountain bike, and tours may easily be arranged. Popular Gran Canarian dishes include helado de gofio (gofio ice cream), and papas arrugadas (wrinkled potatoes with spicy sauce). The cost of living in Gran Canaria is generally cheaper than in London. Expect to pay about 8EUR for a cheap meal at an inexpensive restaurant.

Local transport and accommodation options

There are a number of bus services that operate between Gran Canaria Airport and the city. These include bus route 1, which connects the airport to Puerto de Mogan. These buses run every 20 minutes, and cost around EUR 7. Bus route 5 travels to Faro de Maspalomas, and costs around EUR 4. Single fares on a local bus costs about EUR 1.50 for a short journey, while taxis are significantly more expensive. Taxi fares cost at least EUR 5 for a 3 kilometre trip, and incur a charge of about EUR 1 per additional kilometre travelled. Cheap hostel accommodation is available from around EUR 10 upwards, while an inexpensive hotel room costs from around EUR17.

Belfast Gran Canaria Las Palmas Pay attention to transfer at connecting flight	19/05/24 1 Stopover (LTN, LGW) U20015, VY6604 11h 00min	23/05/24 1 Stopover (BCN) VY3007, U27193 12h 40min	easyJet, Vueling Airlines	£284 Found several days ago	Check
Belfast Gran Canaria Las Palmas	13/05/24 2 Stopovers (PMI, BCN) U27258, VY3907, VY3002 17h 40min	30/05/24 direct LS0372 04h 25min	easyJet, Vueling Airlines	£302 Found several days ago	Check
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Best option Birmingham Gran Canaria Las Palmas	19/05/24 direct LS1327 04h 30min	23/05/24 direct LS1260 04h 20min	Jet2.com	£292 Found several days ago	Check

Bristol Gran Canaria Las Palmas Pay attention to transfer at connecting flight	19/05/24 1 Stopover (TFS, TFN) U22731, UX2116 09h 15min	23/05/24 2 Stopovers (AGP, MAD) VY3069, UX5050, U22708 16h 15min	easyJet, Air Europa Lineas Aereas	£254 Found several days ago	Check
Bristol Gran Canaria Las Palmas	13/05/24 direct U22735 04h 20min	30/05/24 1 Stopover (TFS) NT0805, U22732 07h 00min	easyJet	£291 Found several days ago	Check
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Best option London Gran Canaria Las Palmas	19/05/24 direct VY6604 04h 35min	23/05/24 direct U28130 04h 10min	Vueling Airlines		£163 Found several days ago	Check
London Gran Canaria Las Palmas	11/05/24 direct FR2842 04h 30min	14/05/24 direct RK2843 04h 15min	Ryanair	?	£169 Found several days ago	Check
London Gran Canaria Las Palmas Pay attention to transfer at connecting flight	10/05/24 1 Stopover (FUE) U22311, NT0291 08h 20min	06/06/24 direct U22310 04h 20min	easyJet, Binter Canarias		£164 Found several days ago	Check

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Gran Canaria - Spain's tropical island getaway

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Basic facts on arrival: tips and cost of living

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Cardiff Gran Canaria Las Palmas Pay attention to transfer at connecting flight	12/07/24 3 Stopovers (EDI, DUB, BRS) LM0338, EI3557, EI3282, U22735 29h 05min	02/08/24 2 Stopovers (MAD, ALC) UX9018, UX4047, VY1241 30h 05min	Loganair, Aer Lingus Irish Airlines, easyJet		£681 Found several days ago	Check
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