Gran Canaria Island to Amsterdam (LPA–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LPA–AMS is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Transavia, TUI fly Netherlands and Air India Regional lead the route. The flight covers 1,978 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 85 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HV Transavia Also: KL | 18 | 32Q | 3h50-4h30 | – | – | KL |
| OR TUI fly Netherlands | 16 | 788, 7M8 | 3h57-4h45 | – | – | – |
| CD Air India Regional | 1 | 7M9 | 4h35 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Gran Canaria Island
| Metric | LPA→AMS | TFS→AMS | FUE→AMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LPA | – | 73 mi | 99 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 30 | 10 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 4h 30m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
LPA: WEST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Gran Canaria Island, it's 7:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Spanish passport holders enter the Netherlands freely as EU and Schengen citizens. There is no border control on flights from Spain. A valid Spanish passport or national ID card is all you need. No visa, registration, or advance paperwork is required for any length of stay.
If you plan to stay longer than 4 months, register with the local municipality (gemeente) to get a BSN (citizen service number). This is required for opening bank accounts, signing rental contracts, and accessing healthcare. Registration is free and done in person at the gemeente office. Book the appointment online because wait times can stretch to several weeks in Amsterdam.
Global bus Line 60 connects Las Palmas (Santa Catalina bus station) to LPA in about 25–30 minutes (€2.95). Service is frequent from around 06:00 to midnight. From Maspalomas and the southern resorts, Line 66 runs to the airport in 40–50 minutes (€4.35).Taxis from Las Palmas city center cost €25–35. From Maspalomas: €30–40. The GC-1 motorway runs directly to the airport. Rental cars are the dominant transport mode for island visitors; return desks are in the terminal building.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
LPA–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LPA to AMS
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from Air India Regional, Transavia, TUI fly Netherlands and easyJet. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LPA to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LPA to AMS ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,978 miles (3,183 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 41 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BOD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tenerife (TFS), El Matorral (FUE) and San Bartolomé (ACE).