Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ATH to Tenerife flight.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? 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.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from ATH to Tenerife, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Athens to ATH takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77.19% of flights taking off from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tenerife
R 977 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 2,251. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ATH to Tenerife if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to Tenerife by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Follow your own route with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and see more of Tenerife and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week before your flight from ATH to Tenerife can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Hang 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 ATH to Tenerife flight:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Tenerife in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH 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
After booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Arrecife is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tenerife. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote, Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa.
If you're eager to discover another side of Spain, head for Puerto del Rosario, roughly 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos are among its highlights.