Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife.
Tenerife is one hour behind Santiago de Compostela, where Santiago de Compostela Airport is located. Tenerife observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is the most popular route, with ten weekly departures to pick from. You can fly from SCQ to TFN at 06:00 with Iberia.
To avoid missing your SCQ to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife ticket. Start your journey at SCQ and arrive at Tenerife North Airport (TFN).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife include:
SCQ is about 10 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SCQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
86% of flights leaving Santiago de Compostela Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SCQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Tenerife
$53 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket right now is $114. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from SCQ to Tenerife by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
November is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SCQ to Tenerife can help you secure the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. Following your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SCQ to Tenerife flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the busiest month for flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife. To skip the crowds, head to Tenerife in November.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Book your Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCQ 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 perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Casa Del Carnaval, Plaza de Espana and Mirador de Playa Benijo are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Tenerife, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to check off its top attractions. From La Mirada de César Manrique to Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Puerto del Rosario is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. No trip is complete without visiting Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.