Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is six hours ahead of Chicago, where Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located. Tenerife follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ORD to Tenerife flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ORD to Tenerife. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tenerife
$448 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,007. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ORD to Tenerife if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ORD to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
After your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ORD to Tenerife flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife. August is the busiest month to travel to Tenerife. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Tenerife around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tenerife, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Casa Del Carnaval, Plaza de Espana and Mirador de Playa Benijo are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Tenerife, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to tick off its must-visit sights. From La Mirada de César Manrique to Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Spain, consider Puerto del Rosario, roughly 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario are highlights.