Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 3 hours behind Dalaman, where Dalaman Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from DLM to Tenerife, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from DLM to Tenerife, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you will need an embassy visa to enter Spain. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Central Dalaman to DLM is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 6 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DLM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Tenerife
$218 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $692. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DLM to Tenerife if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for flight tickets from DLM to Tenerife every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tenerife. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 34 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TFN if you're taking a late flight from Dalaman 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 Dalaman Airport to Tenerife has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 44 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is roughly 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
After your flight from DLM to Tenerife, rest your head at a hotel close to TFS. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife. August is the most popular month to travel to Tenerife. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DLM to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dalaman Airport to Tenerife, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out 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 be on every Tenerife itinerary.
Complete your Tenerife trip with a car rental
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