Flying from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to New York: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 1 minute.
Tenerife South Airport is located in Tenerife. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 4 hours behind Tenerife.
With 4 weekly flights between the two airports, Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 09:20. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from TFS to EWR is with United at 12:00.
Leave enough time to make your flight from TFS to New York. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York. Begin your journey at TFS and touch down at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
United is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Tenerife South Airport to New York.
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Spain and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Tenerife South Airport to New York, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFS takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 44 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near TFS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to New York
R 4,906 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tenerife South Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,896. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 4 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TFS to New York.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Tenerife South Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. Following your flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from TFS to New York:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from TFS to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Tenerife South Airport to New York, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the top attractions to put on your New York must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.
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