Flying from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): What you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) departing from Glasgow Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The average length of a direct Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Tenerife South Airport is located in Tenerife. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow.
The most popular route is from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS), with 11 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from GLA to TFS is the 6:30am Jet2 service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 4:35pm with Jet2.
Your flight from Glasgow to TFS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Glasgow Airport (GLA). Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) can be booked from here.
Jet2 is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport taking off from GLA.
Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose for flights from GLA to TFS.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 71.43% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Glasgow to TFS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Glasgow Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GLA and TFS include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Glasgow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
81% of flights departing from Glasgow Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from GLA.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Consider beginning your travels from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). You can book a direct Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Board your direct flight from Glasgow to TFS with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of PIK.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from PIK to TFS.
The most reliable carrier is Ryanair. Its Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Tenerife South Airport flights land as planned 73.85% of the time.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport. Here's where you can connect between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and TFS:
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Glasgow to TFS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
The majority of flights that leave Glasgow Prestwick Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 83%.
About Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TFS:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport flight.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
From Tenerife South Airport, central Tenerife is around 56 kilometres away. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport is R 432. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 932. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Glasgow to TFS.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Glasgow to TFS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Tenerife. March is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport (TFS), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Glasgow to TFS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tenerife right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Tenerife South Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres east of Tenerife, a trip to Arrecife will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Spain, consider Puerto del Rosario, about 274 kilometres east of Tenerife. Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario are among the biggest draws.