Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 3 hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from RUH to Tenerife. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RUH to Tenerife. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
You'll need an embassy visa for Spain if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
To reach RUH from central Riyadh, it'll take about 33 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RUH:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tenerife
C$412 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$719. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from RUH to Tenerife, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from central Tenerife. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It typically takes 34 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife. Book one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. After your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 44 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 and 13 minutes.
After your flight from RUH to Tenerife, kick back at a hotel close to TFS. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife. August is the most popular month to visit Tenerife. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from RUH to Tenerife in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
After locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tenerife, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
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