Travelling from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Tenerife is one hour behind Santiago de Compostela and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SCQ to TFS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tenerife — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
With 78.13% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating SCQ to TFS flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SCQ and TFS:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Gran Canaria Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Currently, 25 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 73 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SCQ to TFS by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SCQ to TFS.
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Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Santiago de Compostela Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SCQ land on schedule 86% of the time.
To reach Santiago de Compostela Airport from central Santiago de Compostela, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SCQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
If you have a late Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFS:
Grab a Tenerife South Airport rental car and explore Tenerife and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tenerife South Airport around two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in June.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Tenerife South Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SCQ to TFS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If you want to check out another side of Spain, head for Telde, about 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are highlights.
