Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 4 hours 29 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport. London and Tenerife share the same timezone (UTC+0).
Choose from 33 weekly flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport. The 00:45 departure with easyJet is the earliest available from LGW to TFS. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 22:30 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
easyJet is your gateway to discovering Tenerife (and maybe even some other great corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport offered by this airline.
To break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the LGW - TFS route are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Malaga Airport
Agadir Al Massira Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from LGW to TFS, check whether you need a visa to enter Spain. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
38 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport. A return flight starts at 61 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to TFS by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near TFS:
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
Tenerife South Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
When to fly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to TFS in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from LGW to TFS, check out our range of hotel options including:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Tenerife itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik.
For more choice and flexibility when planning your journey, consider arriving or departing from Tenerife North Airport (TFN). This international airport is also a popular option for getting to or from Tenerife.
Complete your Tenerife trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Tenerife South Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Tenerife.