Flying from Tenerife to Rome: what you need to know
Tenerife is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tenerife to Rome flying out of Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
When planning your arrival in Rome, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the primary gateways.
The average length of a direct Tenerife to Rome flight is 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Tenerife.
To ensure you don't miss your Tenerife to Rome flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Rome
To find cheap Tenerife to Rome flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
TFN is around 8 kilometres from central Tenerife. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Tenerife North Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife to Rome, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
70% of flights leaving from Tenerife North Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Rather fly from Tenerife South Airport (TFS)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Tenerife to Rome, seamlessly connecting to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You can take your pick of airlines offering direct Tenerife to Rome plane tickets from TFS. Take off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
TFS is about 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Tenerife South Airport the day before your flight from Tenerife to Rome:
Tenerife South Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tenerife to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Pick up a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Rome Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Rome. After your flight from Tenerife to Rome, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 20 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Unwind after your Tenerife to Rome flight at any of these perfectly located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
March is the quietest month for flights from Tenerife to Rome, while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Rome based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Tenerife to Rome ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from Tenerife to Rome around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tenerife to Rome, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill are highlights which should be on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No journey is complete without a visit to Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre.