Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife and Manchester (where Manchester Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
With 33 weekly flights between the two airports, Manchester Airport (MAN) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from MAN to TFS is with Ryanair at 20:35.
Leave enough time to catch your MAN to Tenerife flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Begin your journey at MAN and fly straight to Tenerife South Airport (TFS). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Manchester Airport to Tenerife tickets.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Manchester Airport to Tenerife include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MAN to Tenerife. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Fuerteventura Airport (FUE)
The journey from central Manchester to MAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Tenerife
AED 85 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Tenerife flight. A return plane ticket right now is AED 171. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from MAN to Tenerife by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
April is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Manchester Airport to Tenerife tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MAN to Tenerife by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Tenerife.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to the center of Tenerife takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 11 kilometers away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Tenerife. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reserving your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MAN to Tenerife can help you get the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Tenerife. Once you've disembarked your flight from Manchester Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TFS. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your MAN to Tenerife flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from TFS two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Tenerife. August is the most popular month for a trip to Tenerife. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in November.
Book a Manchester Airport to Tenerife plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to Tenerife in February if you want to travel 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 Manchester Airport to Tenerife, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Casa Del Carnaval, Plaza de Espana and Mirador de Playa Benijo are must-visits when exploring Tenerife.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Tenerife, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometers east to Arrecife to check off its top attractions. From La Mirada de César Manrique to Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Puerto del Rosario is another standout destination in Spain and is around 241 kilometers east of Tenerife. No trip is complete without a visit to Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.