Flying from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Tenerife.
To ensure you get on your TFS to CWL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Flying into Cardiff (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Among carriers operating TFS to CWL flights, Ryanair is the most consistent for on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
At the moment, £25 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £73. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from TFS to CWL.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Of the departures from Tenerife South Airport, 64.91% land on time at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport is around 40 miles from central Tenerife. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near TFS:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cardiff Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cardiff based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Tenerife South Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from TFS to CWL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Cardiff has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 130 miles east of Cardiff, a trip to London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 90 miles north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.