Flying from Melbourne to Tenerife: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Tenerife taking off from here.
When it comes to working out where to land in Tenerife, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Melbourne to Tenerife flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tenerife
To find cheap Melbourne to Tenerife flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Tenerife? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne to Tenerife. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Tenerife, it'll take you approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Melbourne to Tenerife:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Tenerife South Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Tenerife. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tenerife in February.
Lock in a Melbourne to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Tenerife, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Playa de las Gaviotas are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.