Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife and Glasgow (where Glasgow International Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route, with 15 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from GLA to TFS is with Jet2 at 16:30. Choose the first departure with Jet2 at 06:45 if you want to get going early.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from GLA to Tenerife.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife. Begin your trip at GLA and touch down at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Check out the offers from Jet2. This carrier has direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from GLA to Tenerife, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can enter Spain for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your flight tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GLA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Tenerife
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife is C$83. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$156. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from GLA to Tenerife by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
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 around 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 34 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Once your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 44 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is approximately 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near TFS. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from GLA to Tenerife at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, head for Tenerife in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from GLA to Tenerife in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tenerife right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tenerife must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik.
Complete your Tenerife trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Tenerife and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tenerife.


