Travelling from Los Angeles to Tenerife: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
When it comes to working out where to land in Tenerife, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you board your Los Angeles to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of international departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tenerife
To pick up cheap Los Angeles to Tenerife flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Los Angeles to Tenerife flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget to explore Tenerife and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is approximately 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to TFS. Settle in and get cosy after your Los Angeles to Tenerife flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife. January is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your Los Angeles to Tenerife tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tenerife around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Playa de las Gaviotas are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a visit to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.