Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife: what you need to know
London (the location of London Heathrow Airport) and Tenerife are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 07:20. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LHR to TFS is with British Airways at 12:55.
To ensure you get on your flight from LHR to Tenerife, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife. Start your trip at LHR and touch down at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
British Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LHR to Tenerife. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can travel to Spain for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife
Rs16,539 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife. Return flights start at Rs31,391. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To snag cheap tickets from LHR to Tenerife, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from central Tenerife. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It typically takes 34 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife. Book one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 44 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is approximately 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from LHR to Tenerife:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month to board a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Tenerife, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LHR to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 most popular stays in Tenerife right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Complete your Tenerife trip with a car rental
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