Flying from Frankfurt to Tenerife: what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Hop off your plane in Tenerife at Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
The average length of a direct Frankfurt to Tenerife flight is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Tenerife is one hour behind Frankfurt and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife with TUIfly at 06:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from FRA to TFS is with TUIfly at 12:55.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Frankfurt to Tenerife flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Tenerife
At the moment, Rs7,580 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Tenerife. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs17,795. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Frankfurt to Tenerife flights.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife. From FRA, you can land directly at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Frankfurt to Tenerife plane tickets with departures from FRA, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Frankfurt to Tenerife flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife leaving from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Start your travels at HHN and come in for landing at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can book a direct Frankfurt to Tenerife plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of HHN.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Frankfurt to Tenerife flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Tenerife:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
HHN is around 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53%.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tenerife and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is approximately 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, kick back at a hotel close to TFS. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife. January is the most popular month to travel to Tenerife. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Book your Frankfurt to Tenerife ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Tenerife in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tenerife right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Tenerife travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.