Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 11 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Tenerife runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SYD to Tenerife flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tenerife
594 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket starts at 843 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from SYD to Tenerife, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Explore without limits with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and venture far and wide through Tenerife and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SYD to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SYD to Tenerife flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Tenerife South Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Score the best price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Plan your trip to Tenerife in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to Tenerife in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tenerife right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tenerife:
Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tenerife to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Tenerife, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to tick off its leading attractions. From Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote to Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa, your itinerary will be busy.
Puerto del Rosario is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. No journey is complete without dropping by La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos.