Flying from Johannesburg to Tenerife: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife.
When it comes to landing in Tenerife, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are the primary gateways.
Tenerife's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Tenerife two hours behind Johannesburg.
To ensure you make your Johannesburg to Tenerife flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tenerife
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Johannesburg to Tenerife flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a cinch to find a Johannesburg to Tenerife flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 miles in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near O.R. Tambo International Airport:
77.1% of flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 miles away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Tenerife North Airport rental car and explore Tenerife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, TopCar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is approximately 35 miles from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). After your flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to TFS. Tuck yourself in after your Johannesburg to Tenerife flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Tenerife South Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
January is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Tenerife. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Tenerife in February.
Lock in a Johannesburg to Tenerife ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tenerife to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Tenerife in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Tenerife, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Playa de las Gaviotas are essential stops on your Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 55 miles to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Telde is another essential stop in Spain and is around 60 miles south-east of Tenerife. No trip is complete without visiting Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.