Travelling from Frankfurt to Tenerife: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN) when booking your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's chief entry points.
Jump on a direct Frankfurt to Tenerife flight and you'll be flying for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt.
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, you can select from 14 weekly services between FRA and TFS.
For stress-free travel, 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 Frankfurt to Tenerife flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Tenerife
$65 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Tenerife. Return flights start from $190. These prices can change depending on demand.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Set off from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and fly right through to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS). If you're looking for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife out of FRA, those are your arrival choices.
Top carriers that offer direct Frankfurt to Tenerife plane tickets from FRA include:
We make it easy to find a Frankfurt to Tenerife flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt am Main Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
74% of flights taking off from Frankfurt am Main Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife departing Hahn Airport (HHN). Nonstop services from HHN will take you to Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
From HHN, you can lock in a direct Frankfurt to Tenerife plane ticket with Ryanair.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Frankfurt to Tenerife flight, browse these options when heading out from Hahn Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Alicante Airport (ALC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife? Kick back in a hotel near Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Flights from Hahn Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 84% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TFN:
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.
Reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near TFS. Unwind after your Frankfurt to Tenerife flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or taxi lines. Pick up a Tenerife South Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife. August is the busiest month to travel to Tenerife. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
When booking your Frankfurt to Tenerife tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Tenerife, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Plaza de Espana and Casa Del Carnaval are just two of the big attractions to add to your Tenerife to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mirador de Playa Benijo.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If there's time to check out another corner of Spain, head for Telde, roughly 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are key reasons to visit.