Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife: what you need to know
London (the location of London Gatwick Airport) and Tenerife follow the same timezone — UTC+0.
There are 32 weekly services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS). This is the most popular flight route.
For a relaxed start to your LGW to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your trip at LGW and fly straight to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife tickets.
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife include:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LGW to Tenerife with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
London Gatwick Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife
34 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket starts at 57 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap flights from LGW to Tenerife by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LGW to Tenerife.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to the centre of Tenerife takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife. Book one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LGW to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is around 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your LGW to Tenerife flight, settle in at a hotel close to TFS. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
November is the quietest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Casa Del Carnaval and Plaza de Espana are just two of the top attractions to add to your Tenerife to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mirador de Playa Benijo.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Tenerife, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to tick off its popular sights. From La Mirada de César Manrique to Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.