Travelling from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid one hour ahead of Tenerife.
You can choose from 103 weekly Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Binter Canarias is the earliest available. Iberia operates the last service of the day at 21:25.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your TFN to MAD flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport, so jetting to Madrid (and then visiting more of Spain!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
With an impressive 86.0% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier for TFN to MAD flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport flight is $38. A return fare right now is $96. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from TFN to MAD by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TFN to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Of the flights that depart from Tenerife North Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Tenerife North Airport from central Tenerife, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to TFN:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Reserve a hotel near MAD if you have a late Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Madrid. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Tenerife North Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TFN to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among its highlights.