Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Rome.
Flights from FCO to TFS start at 05:50 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 16:30 with Wizz Air Malta. In total, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your FCO to TFS flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop to Tenerife, Spain. Take off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport:
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is a leader in on-time performance for FCO to TFS flights, with 81.25% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FCO and TFS include:
Malaga Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Currently, R 623 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,413. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FCO to TFS.
The cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FCO to TFS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
If you're coming in on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near TFS:
Go where the road takes you with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and experience more of Tenerife and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Tenerife South Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
Tenerife South Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tenerife based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Tenerife South Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to TFS in February. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Tenerife, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 88 kilometres south-east to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to check off its leading attractions. From Vegueta to Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.