Flying from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Tenerife South Airport is located in Tenerife. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is three hours ahead of Tenerife.
Give yourself enough time to catch your TFS to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
The journey from central Tenerife to TFS takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near TFS:
When it comes to Tenerife South Airport's on-time performance, 64.91% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul flight is R 1,223. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,207. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from TFS to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from TFS to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. After your flight from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your TFS to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul 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 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TFS to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tenerife South Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
