Travelling from Vancouver to Tenerife: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Tenerife. Explore your options for departing Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
When choosing where to land in Tenerife, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are the chief entry points.
Tenerife is eight hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Vancouver to Tenerife flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Tenerife
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Vancouver to Tenerife flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Tenerife? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Tenerife flight:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 75%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
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 reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Tenerife. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and venture far and wide through Tenerife and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your Vancouver to Tenerife flight.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
After your flight from Vancouver 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're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
After your flight from Vancouver to Tenerife, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TFS. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Tenerife South Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Tenerife. August is the most popular month to travel to Tenerife. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Tenerife tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Tenerife around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tenerife right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Tenerife:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 88 kilometres southeast to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to tick off its top sights. From La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras) to Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Telde is another essential stop in Spain and is around 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. No journey is complete without a visit to Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.