Travelling from Los Angeles to Tenerife: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
When it comes to 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 Los Angeles and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Los Angeles to Tenerife flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tenerife
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Los Angeles to Tenerife flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Los Angeles to Tenerife throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tenerife by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Los Angeles to Tenerife flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find a Los Angeles to Tenerife flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
In search of a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Tenerife. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week before your departure date.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is around 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and make a speedy getaway.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife. August is the busiest month to travel to Tenerife. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
When booking your Los Angeles to Tenerife tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Tenerife, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are top sights which should feature on every Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres to the southeast, top sights here include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Spain, head for Telde, about 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are key highlights.