Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London (the location of London City Airport).
For a relaxed start to your LCY to Tenerife flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LCY to Tenerife. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LCY is around 10 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LCY? If you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from London City Airport, 74.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Tenerife
R 2,047 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Tenerife flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,047. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from LCY to Tenerife, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The distance from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London City Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Explore without limits with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and discover more of Tenerife and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your flight from LCY to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is about 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from London City Airport to Tenerife has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can check in after your LCY to Tenerife flight:
Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar make picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Visit Tenerife in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from London City Airport to Tenerife during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a London City Airport to Tenerife flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Once you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Tenerife, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife are just two of the top attractions to put on your Tenerife to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Playa de las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres east of Tenerife, a visit to Arrecife will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote, Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Puerto del Rosario, roughly 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos are highlights.
