Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN): what you need to know
Tenerife is seven hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SFO to TFN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is a top stopover on the SFO to TFN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Right now, R 6,912 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,082. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to TFN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Pick up a Tenerife North Airport rental car and explore Tenerife and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, TopCar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport is February, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Tenerife based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tenerife North Airport for August if you want to visit Tenerife during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to TFN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey about 88 kilometres south-east to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to tick off its top attractions. From Vegueta to Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
