Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): what you need to know
Tenerife is four hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IAD to TFS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and TFS:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight is R 7,066. A round-trip fare right now is R 14,174. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to TFS if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IAD to TFS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFS instead:
Pick up a Tenerife South Airport rental car and explore Tenerife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tenerife South Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
Tenerife South Airport to central Tenerife has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tenerife South Airport for August if you want to go to Tenerife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to TFS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel around 88 kilometres south-east to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to tick off its must-visit sights. From Vegueta to Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Telde is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife. No journey is complete without dropping by Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
