Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 4 hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from JFK to Tenerife, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from JFK to Tenerife, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from United States and are travelling to Spain for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near JFK? If you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tenerife
C$385 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$851. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JFK to Tenerife. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 34 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is around 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 44 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from JFK to Tenerife:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, head for Tenerife in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from John F. Kennedy International 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.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from JFK to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Tenerife, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are major attractions which should be on every Tenerife itinerary.
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