Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Tenerife is one hour behind Barcelona.
With 35 flights a week between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from BCN to TFN is with Vueling at 20:00.
Leave enough time to make your BCN to Tenerife flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife tickets are available for booking. Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your seat with Vueling. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife.
Travelling from central Barcelona to BCN takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BCN land on schedule 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tenerife
31 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 62 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
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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 takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BCN to Tenerife can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BCN to Tenerife flight:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
November is the quietest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to Tenerife in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Tenerife, explore our range of hotels including:
Casa Del Carnaval and Plaza de Espana are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Tenerife to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Mirador de Playa Benijo.
Explore more of Spain
Arrecife is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tenerife. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto.
If you're eager to discover another side 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.