Travelling 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 four departures a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. Catch British Airways's 07:20 flight to get your journey from LHR to TFS underway.
For a relaxed start to your LHR to Tenerife flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Direct London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife tickets are available for booking. Tenerife South Airport (TFS) will be where your journey ends.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from LHR to Tenerife. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tenerife
Rs23,372 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs44,457. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LHR to Tenerife. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to the centre of Tenerife takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LHR to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your LHR to Tenerife flight, rest your head at a hotel near TFS. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Score the best price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife. August is the busiest month for a trip to Tenerife. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in November.
Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Tenerife around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tenerife, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Casa Del Carnaval, Plaza de Espana and Mirador de Playa Benijo are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Tenerife, a trip to Arrecife will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto.
Around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another favourite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.