Cheap flights from Las Palmas to Madrid

December brings the lowest fares on this route, though prices stay reasonable through January and February as well. The Canary Islands enjoy mild weather year round, but December offers shorter days that suit indoor activities or city breaks in Madrid. Weekday departures tend to cost less than weekend flights on most carriers. If you can plan ahead, booking several weeks before your travel date usually gives better results than last minute purchases.

This route carries a heavy mix of low-cost carriers and full-service airlines. Ryanair, Easyjet, Wizz Air Malta, Vueling Airlines, and APG Airlines fly budget fares on the connection between Gran Canaria and Barajas. Iberia, Iberia Express, and Air Europa offer traditional service with included baggage on many tickets. Binter Canarias operates regional flights from the Canary Islands to mainland Spain. Air Europa express provides additional capacity on the same corridor. The choice depends on whether you want extra legroom or simply need to get from A to B.

Barajas airport sits about twenty kilometres north of central Madrid, making it easy to reach most neighborhoods. The metro lines run directly into the terminal complex, connecting you to Sol, Gran Via and other major stations within half an hour. Taxis are available outside each arrival hall for door-to-door travel if you have luggage. Airport transfers and shuttle buses also service popular districts at fixed rates regardless of traffic conditions.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Spanish

Emergency number

112, 061, 091

Driving side

right

Calling code

+34

Internet domain

.es

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Madrid

3.5 M (2025)

Time zone

UTC+01 (Europe/Madrid)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check passport validity and entry requirements for Spain before booking your ticket on any carrier flying this route.
• Confirm whether low-cost fares include checked baggage or hand luggage only when comparing prices between airlines.
• Verify the departure airport is Gran Canaria since Las Palmas has only one airport serving international flights.
• Review connection times carefully if you book separate tickets rather than a single through-fare with a full-service airline.
• Consider that December flights may be pricier for holiday travel despite being the cheapest month overall on this route.