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Cheap Tenerife Flights from the US

Top routes with lowest fares found in the last 48 hours. Prices shown are round-trip per person including taxes.

JFK → TFS

New York → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD or LHR

LAX → TFS

Los Angeles → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD or LHR

ORD → TFS

Chicago → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD or AMS

BOS → TFS

Boston → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD or LHR

MIA → TFS

Miami → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD

ATL → TFS

Atlanta → Tenerife
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · via MAD or AMS

* Price Disclaimer: Fares shown are the lowest round-trip economy class prices found in the last 48 hours, per person, and include all taxes and carrier-imposed fees. Prices are subject to availability and may change without notice. Seats at advertised fares are limited. Additional baggage fees, seat selection charges, and other optional extras are not included. Fares are valid for the specific dates and routes shown. Prices displayed in USD. Final fare is confirmed at time of booking.

Airlines with Flights to Tenerife (TFS)

Compare carriers and hub connections for flights from the US to Tenerife.

AirlineHub / ConnectionKey US RoutesApprox. Travel TimeCode
IberiaMadrid (MAD)JFK, LAX, ORD, BOS, MIA, IAD, SFO (via MAD to TFS)11–16hIB
British AirwaysLondon (LHR)JFK, LAX, ORD, BOS, MIA (via LHR to TFS)11–16hBA
KLMAmsterdam (AMS)JFK, BOS, ORD, ATL (via AMS to TFS)11–15hKL
RyanairTenerife South (TFS)STN, DUB, BCN (European budget)3–4h from EuropeFR
easyJetTenerife South (TFS)LGW, LTN, CDG (European budget)3–4h from EuropeU2
TUI AirwaysTenerife (TFS)UK/German charter leisure routes4h from UKBY

Why Fly to Tenerife, Spain (Canary Islands)?

Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the main international gateway — most US travelers connect via Madrid (MAD), London, or Amsterdam. From TFS you can visit the Teide National Park (1.5h, cable car to summit), the Anaga Rural Park’s ancient laurisilva forest, the Los Gigantes whale watching routes, and take ferries to La Gomera, La Palma, and El Hierro.

Mount Teide National Park (UNESCO)
Mount Teide — Spain’s highest peak (3,718m) and the world’s third-largest volcanic structure — dominates Tenerife from its UNESCO National Park. The cable car reaches 3,555m for extraordinary panoramas across the Canary Islands; the summit permit (free, pre-booked online) allows the final 163m scramble to the crater rim.
Whale Watching — Year-Round Residents
The waters off Tenerife’s Los Gigantes coast host one of the world’s most accessible populations of resident short-finned pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins, with a resident community of 500+ animals viewable year-round. Blue whale and sperm whale sightings are frequent in spring.
Los Gigantes & Masca Gorge
The Los Gigantes (Giants) — 800m basalt cliffs plunging to the Atlantic at Tenerife’s western tip — are among the most dramatic coastal formations in Europe. The Masca gorge trek descends from the mountain village through a slot canyon to a black pebble beach accessible only by boat.
Anaga Rural Park & Laurisilva Forest
The Anaga Rural Park in Tenerife’s northeast — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of ancient laurisilva cloud forest (a relic from the Tertiary period, 20 million years ago) — offers extraordinary hiking through misty laurel forest corridors above dramatic sea cliffs and traditional Guanche villages.
Santa Cruz Carnival — World’s Second Largest
Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s February Carnival — consistently ranked the world’s second largest after Rio de Janeiro — fills the streets for two weeks with extraordinary costumes, music, and the famous Carnival Queen competition. Book TFS flights and accommodation 6–12 months ahead for Carnival.

Tenerife Airport (TFS) — Quick Facts

IATA Code

TFS

ICAO Code

GCTS

Distance to City

~64 km from Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Bus to Center
~75 min (TITSA Bus 111)
Taxi to Center

~60 min (€65–80)

Terminals
2 Terminals (T1 + T2)
Nearest Alt. Hub
Las Palmas Gran Canaria LPA (~1h by air / 2h by ferry), Fuerteventura FUE (~45 min by air)
Currency

Euro (EUR)

Time Zone

WET/WEST (UTC+0/+1)

Insider Tips

How to Find the Cheapest Tenerife Airfare

Practical strategies to reduce the cost of your Tenerife airline tickets from the USA.

Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead

Tenerife airfare from the US tends to be lowest when booked 6–8 weeks before departure. Last-minute prices spike significantly on popular routes.

Fly Mid-Week (Tue–Wed)

Tuesday and Wednesday departures to Tenerife are consistently 10–20% cheaper than Friday or Sunday flights. Use flexible date search to compare the full week.

Fly Madrid (MAD) + 2.5h Iberia Hop to Tenerife

Iberia flies nonstop from JFK, LAX, ORD, BOS, MIA, IAD, and SFO to Madrid Barajas, then connects to Tenerife South in 2.5 hours. This is the most convenient Tenerife airfare routing from the US and benefits from Iberia’s competitive transatlantic pricing. British Airways via London is the best alternative, particularly from East Coast cities.

Tenerife South (TFS) vs Tenerife North (TFN)

Tenerife has two airports — TFS (south, international, closest to the resort areas of Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje) and TFN (north, closer to Santa Cruz and Puerto de la Cruz). Most international and charter flights use TFS. If your accommodation is in the north, TFN may save 1.5 hours of transfer time — compare both airports when searching Tenerife airfare from the USA.

Use Miles & Points

Frequent flyer miles can significantly reduce Tenerife airline ticket costs. Check partner award availability to TFS — often better value than cash fares on long-haul routes.

Set Fare Alerts

Tenerife airfare fluctuates daily. Set a price alert on AirlineTickets.services to be notified when fares to TFS drop from your US departure city.

Flights to Tenerife from US — Top Questions

To find cheap flights to Tenerife from the US, use AirlineTickets.services to compare 500+ airlines with flexible date search. Book 6–8 weeks ahead, fly mid-week, and compare all hub routing options for the lowest Tenerife airfare.

Tenerife is served by TFS Airport (IATA: TFS, ICAO: GCTS), located ~64 km from Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Las Palmas Gran Canaria LPA (~1h by air / 2h by ferry), Fuerteventura FUE (~45 min by air) is the nearest alternative hub.

Top airlines for US to Tenerife (TFS) flights include Iberia, British Airways, KLM. Check for nonstop and one-stop options from your US departure city.

Shoulder seasons offer the best Tenerife airfare from the US. Avoid peak tourist periods and major local events. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Wednesday) are typically 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.

Total travel time from the US to Tenerife depends on routing. Nonstop flights range from 2 to 14 hours; connecting itineraries from the US add 2–5 hours including layover time.

Tenerife Airport (TFS) is located ~64 km from Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Bus takes approximately ~75 min (TITSA Bus 111), while a taxi takes around ~60 min (€65–80).

Flights to Tenerife from the US — Your Complete Guide

Economy round-trip fares to Tenerife (TFS) from major US cities typically range $549–$1,100 round-trip. Use our search tool above to compare all airlines for your exact dates and lock in the best available Tenerife airfare. No booking fees — ever.

Everything to Know About Cheap Flights to Tenerife

Flights to Tenerife from USA: What to Expect

Tenerife is the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands and Europe’s most visited island destination — a volcanic subtropical paradise of extraordinary contrast, where the 3,718m Mount Teide (Spain’s highest peak, UNESCO National Park) towers over banana plantations and black lava beaches, the Los Gigantes cliffs plunge 800m to the Atlantic, and year-round temperatures of 22–28°C make it Europe’s premier winter sun escape. Use AirlineTickets.services to compare all available routings and find the lowest cheap flights to Tenerife from your nearest US departure city.

Tenerife Airfare: Budget Tips for US Travelers

Tenerife airfare from the USA typically ranges $549–$1,100 round-trip in economy class. Use flexible date search, compare all hub connection options, and set fare alerts for your preferred travel window to secure the best deal on Tenerife airline tickets.

Tenerife Airline Tickets: Booking Advice

When comparing Tenerife airline tickets, always verify whether your itinerary is a through-ticket or two separate bookings. Through-tickets with a single airline or alliance offer better rebooking rights if a connection is missed. Book at least 6 weeks in advance for best fares.

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