Travelling from Johannesburg to Tenerife: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's major entry points.
Tenerife is two hours behind Johannesburg and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you make your Johannesburg to Tenerife flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tenerife
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Johannesburg to Tenerife flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Johannesburg to Tenerife.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it easy to find a Johannesburg to Tenerife flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Tenerife. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tenerife and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. After your flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife, it takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TFS. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS will help you save.
Best time to go to Tenerife
January is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Tenerife. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Tenerife in February.
Lock in a Johannesburg to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Tenerife, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Tenerife itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 88 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Telde is another essential stop in Spain and is around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife. No trip is complete without visiting Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
