Copenhagen to Gran Canaria Island (CPH–LPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CPH–LPA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Norwegian Air International Ltd., SAS and Sunclass Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,364 miles in approximately 5h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 51 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8 Norwegian Air International Ltd. | 9 | 7M8 | 5h30 | – | – | – |
| SK SAS | 6 | 32N | 5h16 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DK Sunclass Airlines | 2 | 32Q | 5h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Gran Canaria Island from Copenhagen
| Metric | CPH→LPA | MMX→LPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CPH | – | 29 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 16m | 5h 20m |
Travel Essentials
CPH: CET · LPA: WET
When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 5:00 PM in Gran Canaria Island.
Both Denmark and Spain are EU and Schengen member states. Danish citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Spain without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry. This covers mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands.
The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.
Global bus Line 60 to Las Palmas costs €2.95 and takes 25–30 minutes. Line 66 serves Maspalomas and the southern resort strip (€4.35, 40–50 min). Buses stop at the terminal forecourt.
Taxis to Las Palmas center: €25–35. To Maspalomas: €30–40. To Puerto Rico or Mogán: €40–55. All major rental car companies operate from LPA with desks in arrivals. The GC-1 motorway provides fast access in both directions.
Warm subtropical climate, similar to TFS but with more moisture due to the island's eastern exposure. Gran Canaria is nicknamed the "Continent in Miniature." The north is wetter and cooler; the south is sunnier and drier. The airport sits on the east coast. Temperatures year-round are 18–27°C with modest seasonal variation.
The main disruption risk is the Calima, a hot dusty wind from the Sahara that reduces visibility. It occurs primarily in late January–February and July–August. The airport handles this well, but diversions to Tenerife North occasionally happen during severe events.
CPH–LPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPH to LPA
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) are connected by nonstop service from Norwegian Air International Ltd., Sunclass Airlines and SAS. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CPH to LPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPH to LPA ranges from 5 hours 16 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,364 miles (3,805 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 19 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via TFS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Malmö (MMX).