Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0. The city is 4 hours behind Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from DXB to Tenerife.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from DXB to Tenerife with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
You can visit Spain for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates. But before reserving your flight tickets from Dubai Airport to Tenerife, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near DXB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tenerife
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Tenerife is C$275. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$597. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from DXB to Tenerife. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Tenerife.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from DXB to Tenerife every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Tenerife, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from central Tenerife. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 34 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is around 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 44 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
After your flight from DXB to Tenerife, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to TFS. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Tenerife. To escape the crowds, travel to Tenerife in February when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from DXB to Tenerife sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tenerife must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik.
Complete your Tenerife trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Dubai Airport to Tenerife isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Tenerife and explore on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.