Travelling from Houston to Tenerife: what you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Tenerife leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
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 six hours ahead of Houston.
For a stress-free 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 Houston to Tenerife flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Tenerife
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Houston to Tenerife flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
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IAH is around 26 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Tenerife or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to Tenerife? Relax in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget to explore Tenerife and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is about 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). After your flight from Houston to Tenerife has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After your flight from Houston to Tenerife, kick back at a hotel close to TFS. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Score the best price by securing your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
March is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Tenerife, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tenerife based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Houston to Tenerife tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Houston 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tenerife right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Houston to Tenerife:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Plaza de Espana, Casa Del Carnaval and Mirador de Playa Benijo are top sights which should feature on every Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Tenerife, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel around 88 kilometres southeast to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to check off its leading sights. From La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras) to Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres southeast of Tenerife, Telde is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.