Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife is 2 hours 47 minutes.
Tenerife is 1 hour behind Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN). You can select from 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ALC to TFN is the 06:40 Ryanair option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 20:10 with LEVEL.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from ALC to Tenerife. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife are available for booking. Tenerife North Airport (TFN) will be where your journey ends.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife. Book your ticket with one of these:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within Spain. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ALC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tenerife
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife is $27. The cheapest price for a return flight is $73. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ALC to Tenerife by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 34 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is around 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 44 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ALC to Tenerife:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the busiest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tenerife in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Alicante-Elche 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.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ALC to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tenerife, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
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