Traveling from Tenerife to Glasgow: what you need to know
Tenerife has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Tenerife to Glasgow departing from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's major entry points.
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct Tenerife to Glasgow flight.
Tenerife and Glasgow are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Give yourself enough time to make your Tenerife to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Glasgow
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Tenerife to Glasgow flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Tenerife to Glasgow throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
TFN is about 10 kilometers from central Tenerife. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tenerife North Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife to Glasgow, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Tenerife North Airport, 75.81% land on time at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Looking for a direct flight from Tenerife to Glasgow taking off from Tenerife South Airport (TFS)? Settle into your seat and fly nonstop from TFS to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Book your direct Tenerife to Glasgow plane ticket with one of these popular carriers that operate this route from TFS:
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tenerife to TFS in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not book another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Tenerife South Airport the day before your flight from Tenerife to Glasgow:
64% of flights departing Tenerife South Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes around 15 minutes by car. The center is roughly 11 kilometers away.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tenerife to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Tenerife to Glasgow flight.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Tenerife to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city center in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometers from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 55 minutes or so.
After your flight from Tenerife to Glasgow, kick back at a hotel near PIK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Tenerife to Glasgow. To escape the crowds, visit Glasgow in April.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Tenerife to Glasgow ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tenerife to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Tenerife to Glasgow, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Glasgow to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometers south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometers east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another favorite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
