Travelling from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Hop on a direct Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 30 minutes.
Tenerife South Airport is located in Tenerife. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Reykjavik.
The busiest route is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). You can choose from 9 direct services each week. Neos operates a 6am departure between KEF and TFS.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to TFS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Get there in one go from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are available from here.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport leaving from KEF. Book your ticket with one of these:
Most travellers choose to fly with Icelandair between KEF and TFS.
With 79.17% of its services landing as planned, Icelandair is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to TFS with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KEF and TFS include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
KEF is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Keflavik International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, data shows 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to TFS flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Reykjavik International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.1%.
About Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TFS if you're catching a late flight from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tenerife and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
Tenerife South Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport is $143. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $279. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book ten months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Reykjavik to TFS.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Reykjavik to TFS.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Visit Tenerife in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Reykjavik to TFS flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Tenerife South Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Tenerife when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Plaza de Espana followed by Casa Del Carnaval and Tenerife Auditorium (Auditorio de Tenerife).
Explore more of Spain
Arrecife is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 322 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Arecife, Playa de la Arena and La Mirada de César Manrique.
Around 274 kilometres east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Playa de los Pozos o Playa Chica, Playa Para Perros and Reserva de la Biosfera de Fuerteventura.