Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Tenerife is four hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to make your IAD to Tenerife flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from IAD to Tenerife with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Washington DC to IAD takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74.39% of flights leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tenerife
$458 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife flight. A return flight ticket starts at $809. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from IAD to Tenerife. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife ticket.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget to explore Tenerife and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from IAD to Tenerife can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. Once you've disembarked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near TFS. Kick back and get cosy after your IAD to Tenerife flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and make a speedy getaway.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TFS two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before locking in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tenerife offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tenerife right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to check off its top attractions. From Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote to Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos.