Travelling from London to Tenerife: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can start your journey. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Tenerife. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Tenerife, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are the major entry points.
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct London to Tenerife flight.
London and Tenerife share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With four weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from London to Tenerife with British Airways at 07:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from LHR to TFS is with British Airways at 12:55.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your London to Tenerife flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tenerife
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Tenerife is ر.ق. 97. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 152. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap London to Tenerife flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from London to Tenerife. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Take off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Tenerife. From LHR, you can fly directly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
British Airways is a leading airline that offers direct London to Tenerife plane tickets leaving from LHR.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for London to Tenerife flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Tenerife or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct flight from London to Tenerife departing London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop connections from LGW will get you to Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
From LGW, you can lock in a direct London to Tenerife plane ticket with easyJet.
Split up your London to Tenerife flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Tenerife are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Tenerife:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) has direct flights from London to Tenerife. Your trip from STN will take you straight to Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Ryanair is one reputable carrier that offers direct London to Tenerife plane tickets from STN.
You can lock in a ticket from London to Tenerife with a stop or two out of Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and Tenerife:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
STN is around 48 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Tenerife flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Pick up a Tenerife North Airport rental car and discover Tenerife and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, TopCar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is about 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). As soon as your flight from London to Tenerife has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from London to Tenerife:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Tenerife. January is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in a London to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from London to Tenerife in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Tenerife, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Playa de las Gaviotas are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Tenerife, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey around 88 kilometres south-east to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to check off its leading sights. From Vegueta to Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
