Flying from Washington DC to Tenerife: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's chief entry points.
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Tenerife four hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you board your Washington DC to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Tenerife
To pick up cheap Washington DC to Tenerife flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a stop you can make during your Washington DC to Tenerife flight.
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Tenerife? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Washington DC to Tenerife flight, browse these options when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a few days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a ticket from Washington DC to Tenerife stopping at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
BWI is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Tenerife flight:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and chase adventure across Tenerife and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife, unwind at a hotel near TFS. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS will save you money.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife. January is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in a Washington DC to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Tenerife around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Tenerife, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tenerife itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a visit to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, head for Telde, roughly 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife. Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad are the start of reasons to visit.