Flying from Tenerife to New York: what you need to know
Tenerife has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tenerife to New York flying out of Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
New York has several airports you can fly into. Hop off the plane at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The average length of a direct flight from Tenerife to New York is 8 hours 5 minutes. New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York 4 hours behind Tenerife.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tenerife to New York, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from Spain. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Tenerife to New York.
Flying from Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFN takes about 34 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Tenerife North Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tenerife to New York, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Rather start your trip at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)? This popular hub also offers nonstop flights from Tenerife to New York — enjoy a seamless journey into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
From TFS, direct flights from Tenerife to New York are available with United Airlines.
With public transport, you can travel from central Tenerife to TFS in around 1 hour and 13 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 44 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tenerife to New York, chill out in one of these hotels close to Tenerife South Airport:
Arriving in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near EWR if you have a late flight from Tenerife to New York. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Tenerife to New York, allow for a drive time of approximately 48 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from Tenerife to New York, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to New York
ر.ق. 930 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to New York. Return flights start from ر.ق. 1,468. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
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Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Tenerife to New York. To skip the crowds, go to New York in February.
Schedule your flight from Tenerife to New York for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Tenerife to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tenerife to New York, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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