Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 5 hours ahead of Cancun, where Cancun International Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from CUN to Tenerife, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CUN to Tenerife. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
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If you have a passport from Mexico and are travelling to Spain for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife.
CUN is about 19 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near CUN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Tenerife
C$569 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,198. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CUN to Tenerife. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 16 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 34 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. Following your flight from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 44 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CUN to Tenerife, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to TFS. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tenerife, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from CUN to Tenerife sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tenerife right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Tenerife to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik.
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