Travelling from Philadelphia to Tenerife: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife.
Hop off your plane in Tenerife at Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Tenerife five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Philadelphia to Tenerife flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Tenerife
To pick up cheap Philadelphia to Tenerife flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Tenerife is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Philadelphia to Tenerife flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
PHL is around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
77% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
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.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and discover more of Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. Following your flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from TFS two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
March is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Tenerife, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Tenerife based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Tenerife, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Spain, head for Telde, about 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife. Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista are key reasons to visit.
