Travelling from New York to Tenerife: what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Tenerife begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's primary gateways.
Tenerife is five hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your New York to Tenerife flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Tenerife
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap New York to Tenerife flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper New York to Tenerife flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Tenerife, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
73% of flights that take off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport land at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to Tenerife flight, browse these options when heading out from New York Newark Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to Tenerife, kick back in one of these hotels close to New York Newark Airport:
71% of flights leaving New York Newark Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 55 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Tenerife flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Tenerife. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week before your departure date.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from New York to Tenerife has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is approximately 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TFS. Kick back after your New York to Tenerife flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
March is the quietest month for flights from New York to Tenerife, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Tenerife based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Book your New York to Tenerife ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Tenerife around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from New York to Tenerife:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 88 kilometres southeast of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, consider Telde, roughly 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are among its highlights.