Flying from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Belfast (the location of George Best Belfast City Airport) and Tenerife share the same timezone — UTC+0.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BHD to Tenerife flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BHD to Tenerife. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Travelling from central Belfast to BHD takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BHD:
When it comes to George Best Belfast City Airport's on-time performance, 68.3% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Tenerife
$89 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife flight. A return ticket right now is $182. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BHD to Tenerife, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and walk away with an epic deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BHD to Tenerife by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is around 13 kilometres from central Tenerife. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Travel at your own pace with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and chase adventure across Tenerife and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tenerife North Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BHD to Tenerife can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. Following your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BHD to Tenerife flight:
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 set off in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from TFS two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before securing your flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tenerife offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a George Best Belfast City Airport to Tenerife plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BHD to Tenerife around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
Once you've booked your flight from George Best Belfast City 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:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are major attractions which should be on any good Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Arrecife is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tenerife. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote, Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa.
Puerto del Rosario is another standout destination in Spain and is around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. No trip is complete without visiting La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos.