Flying from Belfast to Tenerife: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Belfast. Explore your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Tenerife.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's major gateways.
Take a direct Belfast to Tenerife flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Belfast and Tenerife are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
The busiest route for flights from Belfast to Tenerife is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). You can select from ten weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BFS to TFS is the 07:05 easyJet option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 16:15 with Jet2.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Belfast to Tenerife flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Tenerife
To secure cheap Belfast to Tenerife flights, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Belfast to Tenerife is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Belfast to Tenerife, you can depart from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Get from BFS to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) without any stops.
Jet2 is a leading airline that offers direct Belfast to Tenerife plane tickets leaving from BFS.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Belfast to Tenerife flights departing from Belfast International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
Belfast International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BFS touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your Belfast to Tenerife flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Belfast City Airport and Tenerife include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Alicante Airport (ALC)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Tenerife:
Most flights that depart Belfast City Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Belfast to Tenerife. Book one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and venture far and wide through Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week before your travel date.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from Belfast to Tenerife has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Belfast to Tenerife, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TFS. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
March is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Tenerife, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Tenerife based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Book your Belfast to Tenerife ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Tenerife, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are popular attractions which should be on every Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Telde is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. No journey is complete without seeing Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.