Cheap flights to Gran Canaria from € 39.99*

Most tourists favour the sunny side of Gran Canaria as it recieves the least rainfall and the most sun. After your flight to Gran Canaria, head for the capital, Las Palmas, to get a lay of the land and gather information about the wide variety of activities available on the island.

Those looking for the comfort and convenience of resort life should book hotels in the southeastern part of the island. This area is ideal for families or those who simply like all the modern conveniences on hand during a beach holiday. San Agustin, Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas are perennial favourites.

More than 40 percent of the island is classified as governmentally protected natural land. These areas include a number of interesting destinations open to tourists, such as the El Brazal Nature Reserve, the Tamabada Natural Park or the Roque Nublo natural monument.

If you're interested in learning more about the culture of the Canary Islands archipelago, pay a visit to the Canary Islands Museum in Las Palmas. This museum offers a wealth or ethnological, cultural and archaeological artifacts and information about the rich and fascinating history of these islands.

Snorkelers and divers could not choose better than booking a flight to Gran Canaria. With so much protected land and water, the area around the island is ideal for interacting with the local sea creatures in a protected, clean and safe environment.