Quick answer: February is the cheapest month to fly to Lanzarote, with return fares typically from £50. August is the most expensive at £85–£220.
Cite this page: Atravel.uk, “The cheapest month to fly to Lanzarote”, updated 12 November 2026. https://atravel.uk/cheapest-month/lanzarote/
This is our own month-by-month fare model for Lanzarote: the bands come from the fares we see on UK departures, adjusted for the season, not from a single search on a single day. Use it to choose the month, then check live prices before you commit.
Typical return fares by month
| Month | Typical return | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|
| January | £50–£130 | +6% |
| February cheapest | £50–£120 | — |
| March | £55–£135 | +13% |
| April | £60–£150 | +25% |
| May | £65–£160 | +31% |
| June | £70–£175 | +44% |
| July | £85–£210 | +75% |
| August peak | £85–£220 | +81% |
| September | £70–£175 | +44% |
| October | £55–£145 | +19% |
| November | £50–£130 | +6% |
| December | £65–£160 | +31% |
Indicative bands, compiled 2026-11-12. Not quotes, not live prices.
Cheapest departure airport
| From | From (return) | Cheapest month |
|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick | £50 | February |
| London Stansted | £50 | February |
| Manchester | £50 | February |
| Birmingham | £50 | February |
| Bristol | £50 | February |
| Edinburgh | £50 | February |
| Glasgow | £50 | February |
Why the price moves
Lanzarote is a seasonal route: the airlines add capacity in July and August and the fare follows the demand. February sits outside the school calendar, which is why it undercuts August by about 81%.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest month to fly to Lanzarote?
February. Return fares from the UK typically start around £50, against £85–£220 in August — a difference of about 81% on the low end.
How far ahead should I book a flight to Lanzarote?
Six to ten weeks for most of the year, and three to four months for July, August and the Christmas fortnight.
Is February a good time to go to Lanzarote?
April to June and September to October — warm, quieter, cheaper If the reason for the trip is the weather rather than the price, check the season notes in the guide before you book on price alone.