Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
With five departures a week between the two airports, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the busiest route. Board Norwegian Air Sweden's 07:15 flight to get your journey from HEL to TFS underway.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HEL to Tenerife flight.
Travelling during a popular month like September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife ticket. Begin your journey at HEL and arrive at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Look out for deals with Finnair. This carrier operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to Tenerife. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Travelling from central Helsinki to HEL takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tenerife
The best price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife flight is $116. The cheapest price for a return flight is $244. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from HEL to Tenerife by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
January is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife tickets. If you want 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 HEL to Tenerife by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres 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 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tenerife North Airport around one week before your flight from HEL to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The centre of Tenerife is around 56 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your HEL to Tenerife flight:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at TFS can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, visit Tenerife in November.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to Tenerife in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tenerife right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tenerife:
Casa Del Carnaval and Plaza de Espana are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Tenerife travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mirador de Playa Benijo.
Explore more of Spain
Arrecife is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Tenerife. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including La Mirada de César Manrique, Castillo de San Gabriel and Playa Del Reducto.
Around 241 kilometres east of Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Parque Escultórico Puerto del Rosario, Casa-Museo de Unamuno and Territorio Imaginario.