Traveling from Chicago to Tenerife: what you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Tenerife departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
Hop off your plane in Tenerife at Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you don't miss your Chicago to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tenerife
To find cheap Chicago to Tenerife flights, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Chicago to Tenerife.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Chicago to Tenerife by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Chicago to Tenerife flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing Chicago to Tenerife flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Traveling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Tenerife, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not book another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Tenerife:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is approximately 8 kilometers from central Tenerife. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Tenerife. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and discover more of Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week before your trip.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Tenerife. Following your flight from Chicago to Tenerife, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Chicago to Tenerife:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
March is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Tenerife, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tenerife based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chicago to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tenerife right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Tenerife:
Plaza de Espana and Casa Del Carnaval are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Tenerife to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mirador de Playa Benijo.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tenerife. Around 88 kilometers to the southeast, top sights here include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Telde is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 97 kilometers southeast of Tenerife. No journey is complete without dropping by Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.