Flying from Seattle to Tenerife: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Seattle to Tenerife. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's chief entry points.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you catch your Seattle to Tenerife flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tenerife
To pick up cheap Seattle to Tenerife flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Seattle to Tenerife across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Seattle to Tenerife flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SEA.
Arriving in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Tenerife. Book one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Explore without limits with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and chase adventure across Tenerife and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week before your departure date.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Tenerife. Once you've hopped off your flight from Seattle to Tenerife, it takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Seattle to Tenerife:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Seattle to Tenerife. January is the most popular month to travel to Tenerife. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Seattle to Tenerife tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seattle to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Tenerife
Start your Tenerife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Tenerife, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Playa de las Gaviotas are attractions you won't want to skip in Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 55 miles south-east of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Vegueta, Canarian Museum and Caldera de Bandama.
Around 60 miles south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.