Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0. The city is 2 hours behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from ATH to Tenerife. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ATH to Tenerife. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you hold a passport from Greece and want to travel to Spain for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens, ATH can be reached in about 37 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 59 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tenerife
R 1,420 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,941. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ATH to Tenerife if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to the centre of Tenerife takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 34 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TFN if you're taking a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
As soon as your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos 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 roughly 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ATH to Tenerife:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Tenerife in February when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife, think about the type 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 ATH to Tenerife around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tenerife, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are major attractions which should feature on every Tenerife itinerary.
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