Flying from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Tenerife's main airports, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Explore the options for booking a flight from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) taking off from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Madrid is one hour ahead of Tenerife. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 109 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the busiest route. Binter Canarias operates the earliest flight at 6:45am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from TFN to MAD is with Iberia at 9:25pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tenerife to MAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Get there in one go from Tenerife North Airport (TFN). Nonstop flights from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) are available from here.
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport leaving from TFN include:
Iberia is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from TFN to MAD.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Tenerife, TFN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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75.81% of flights that take off from Tenerife North Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Planning to catch a flight from Tenerife South Airport (TFS)? Direct Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From TFS, direct flights from Tenerife to MAD are offered by Iberia.
Iberia attracts the most bookings on the TFS to MAD route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier operating flights between Tenerife South Airport and Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
You can get to TFS from the centre of Tenerife in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 64 kms (40 miles) or so.
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64.91% of flights departing Tenerife South Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you have a late flight from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MAD:
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid is around 8 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, £21 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £58. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best month for scoring cheap Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is when most people book flights from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Plan your visit to Madrid in April for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Tenerife to MAD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tenerife to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Madrid
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Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the north-east, top sights here include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
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