Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is five hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ORD to LPA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ORD and LPA:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Dublin Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
£198 is the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. A return flight starts at £353. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to LPA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ORD to LPA.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Reserve a hotel near LPA if you're taking a late O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Gran Canaria Airport rental car and explore Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Orlando are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Gran Canaria Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
From Gran Canaria Airport, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to LPA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 9 miles south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a visit to Telde will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Spain, consider Arona, roughly 75 miles west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca are the start of reasons to visit.