Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Madrid.
Every week, there are 103 Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, pick the 05:55 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:50 with Iberia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your MAD to TFN flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport, so jetting to Tenerife (and then visiting more of Spain!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Iberia.
Iberia stands out as the most punctual carrier for MAD to TFN flights, with 87.53% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and TFN:
Gran Canaria Airport
Lanzarote Airport
Fuerteventura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
At the moment, 33 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 63 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to TFN by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to TFN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights that take off from Madrid Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
If you have a late Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget to explore Tenerife and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport to the centre of Tenerife has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Tenerife North Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tenerife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to TFN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, head for Telde, about 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are among its highlights.