Flying from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to start your journey from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organizing your flight from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Southend Airport (SEN) are the city's other major bases.
Expect to be traveling for 4 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct London to Tenerife South Airport flight.
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. Tenerife South Airport is located in Tenerife.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from LHR to TFS on British Airways's 7:20am departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to TFS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can hop on a direct flight from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can travel on a direct flight from London to Tenerife South Airport with British Airways. This popular carrier operates departures from LHR.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between LHR and TFS is British Airways.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.05% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from London to TFS that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LHR and TFS include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 24 kilometers from the center of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Tenerife South Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to catch a flight from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) plane tickets can be booked from here.
When setting off from LGW, you can pick from a range of airlines that have direct flights from London to TFS. Cruise through the sky with these preferred carriers:
EasyJet is the top choice for travelers flying from LGW to TFS.
If you're looking for a carrier with a strong punctuality record, go with British Airways. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 85.57% for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Tenerife South Airport.
Break up your flight from London to Tenerife South Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and TFS are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Agadir Al Massira Airport (AGA)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to TFS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from London to Tenerife South Airport leaving from London Stansted Airport (STN).
Ryanair is one trusted airline that offers direct London to TFS plane tickets from STN.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Ryanair from STN to TFS.
Among carriers operating on this route, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) with one or more stops out of London Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and TFS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Cork Airport (ORK)
The trip to STN from the center of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Tenerife South Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as planned, STN is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
About Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Tenerife South Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near TFS:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your London to Tenerife South Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
From Tenerife South Airport, central Tenerife is around 56 kilometers away. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Tenerife South Airport is $29. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $58. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from London to TFS, book your ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on London to Tenerife South Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Tenerife South Airport (TFS), while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to TFS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Tenerife South Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Once you've booked your flight from London to Tenerife South Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 322 kilometers east to Arrecife to tick off its top sights. From La Mirada de César Manrique to Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometers east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.