Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife.
Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Tenerife is one hour behind Alicante.
With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is the busiest route. Vueling operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from ALC to TFN is with Vueling at 20:10.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ALC to Tenerife flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife tickets are available for booking. Tenerife North Airport (TFN) will be where your journey ends.
Vueling is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ALC:
Of the departures from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife
R 353 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife flight. A return ticket right now is R 747. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ALC to Tenerife.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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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.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and explore beyond Tenerife's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ALC to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is around 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ALC to Tenerife flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Tenerife South Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before booking your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Tenerife offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALC to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Tenerife itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres east of Tenerife, a trip to Arrecife will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote, Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Spain, consider Puerto del Rosario, about 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos are the start of reasons to visit.