Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Tenerife is four hours ahead of Durham.
Leave plenty of time to get on your RDU to Tenerife flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from RDU to Tenerife. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
RDU is around 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Tenerife
Rs114,700 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs214,717. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from RDU to Tenerife. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across the month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget to explore Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance of your flight from RDU to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is about 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near TFS. Settle in and get cosy after your RDU to Tenerife flight at any of these well-located options:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS will save you money.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before securing your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Tenerife offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tenerife, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Tenerife, a trip to Arrecife will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote, Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa.
Puerto del Rosario is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. No journey is complete without experiencing La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos.
