Travelling from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Tenerife is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) leaving from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Rome is 1 hour ahead of Tenerife. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), with 72 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TFN to FCO is the 06:00 Ryanair option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:55 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tenerife to FCO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from central Tenerife to TFN is approximately 13 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to Tenerife North Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Planning to leave from Tenerife South Airport (TFS)? You can book a direct flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) out of this hub.
When departing from TFS, you can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Tenerife to FCO. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, browse these options when leaving from Tenerife South Airport:
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
TFS is around 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. It takes 44 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Tenerife to FCO? Check in to a hotel near Tenerife South Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 30 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 70 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from Tenerife to FCO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
February is the quietest time to fly to Rome. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tenerife to FCO in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 2ºC and 14ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tenerife to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Rome is to check out its most popular sights. Some highlights include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
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