Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London (the location of London Gatwick Airport).
With 28 flights a week between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LGW to TFS is with easyJet at 19:25.
To avoid rushing for your LGW to Tenerife flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife ticket. Begin your trip at LGW and end it at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Take to the skies with easyJet. This well-known airline operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LGW to Tenerife with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Located around 40 kilometres from central London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tenerife
R 330 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife flight. A return ticket right now is R 580. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LGW to Tenerife.
November is the best month for landing an incredible deal on London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to the centre of Tenerife takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Tenerife North Airport rental car and explore Tenerife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, TopCar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LGW to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
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 LGW to Tenerife flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Tenerife South Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before scheduling your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Tenerife offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
When booking your London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW 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
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tenerife, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Tenerife, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to check off its leading sights. From Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote to Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out 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 among the biggest draws.