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Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport

Also known as: Tenerife North Airport, TFN Airport, Tenerife Norte Airport, La Laguna Airport. Formerly Los Rodeos Airport.

TFN · GCXO · San Cristóbal de La Laguna

Airport facts

Name
Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport
IATA code
TFN
ICAO code
GCXO
City
San Cristóbal de La Laguna
Country
Spain
Address
Los Rodeos s/n, 38297 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Coordinates
28.4828, -16.3417
Time zone
Atlantic/Canary
Terminals
One passenger terminal (opened 2002) with an inter-island area added in 2005

About Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN), usually called Tenerife North, is the airport in the north of Tenerife in the Canary Islands, Spain, on the edge of San Cristóbal de La Laguna and about 10 km from Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital.

It is the Tenerife hub of Binter Canarias, which flies from here to the other Canary Islands, to cities across mainland Spain and to Madeira, the Azores and Marrakesh. Vueling has aircraft based here for its routes to Barcelona, Seville, Málaga, Bilbao and other Spanish cities, and Air Europa, Iberia, Iberia Express and CanaryFly also fly from Tenerife North. International links are few: TUIfly flies to Düsseldorf and Frankfurt.

Passengers use one terminal building, opened in 2002, with a separate inter-island area added in 2005. The airport sits on a plateau at 633 m, reached by the TF-5 motorway.

From the airport, travelers head to the historic center of La Laguna, about 2 km away, to Santa Cruz de Tenerife and its port, to Puerto de la Cruz and the Orotava Valley on the north coast, about 26 km away, and to the resorts of Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos in the south.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Aena

Passengers per year

7,174,977 in 2025, up 6.1 percent on 2024

Runway

One runway, 12/30, 3,171 m, asphalt

Elevation

633 m (2,077 ft) above sea level

Main airlines

Binter Canarias (hub); Vueling has aircraft based here

Arrival tips for Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport

Most flights into Tenerife North come from the other Canary Islands, mainland Spain or other Schengen countries, so you usually walk straight from the aircraft to baggage claim with no passport control. If you arrive from outside the Schengen Area, for example from Marrakesh, follow the signs to border control first, where the EU Entry/Exit System records non-EU travelers.

Collect your bags in the baggage claim hall and continue into the arrivals hall on Floor 0. The official taxi rank is on this level, signposted from the hall; Aena advises taking taxis only from the rank and ignoring drivers who approach you inside. TITSA buses leave from the bus area on Floor -1, and car hire desks are inside the terminal.

The Canary Islands are one hour behind mainland Spain, on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer, and the currency is the euro. The airport stands at 633 m, so it is often cooler and cloudier than the coast; bring a light layer.

Ground transportation

Line 20 suits light travelers going to La Laguna or Santa Cruz, while taxis and pre-booked transfers suit travelers with luggage or heading to Puerto de la Cruz or the south.

  • Taxi from Tenerife North airport

    Taxis wait at the official rank on Floor 0, Arrivals. La Laguna is about 2 km away and Santa Cruz de Tenerife about 10 km, along the TF-5 motorway; Aena advises using only the official rank.

  • TITSA bus line 20 to La Laguna and Santa Cruz

    Line 20 runs from the bus area on Floor -1 to the La Laguna transport hub and on to Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is slower and less convenient with large bags.

  • TITSA buses to Puerto de la Cruz

    Line 30 runs directly to Puerto de la Cruz, about 26 km away, and route 104 links Santa Cruz, the airport and Puerto de la Cruz via La Laguna. Both leave from Floor -1.

  • TITSA route 343 to Tenerife South and Los Cristianos

    Route 343 links Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife North, Tenerife South Airport and Los Cristianos, with a non-stop stretch of about 50 minutes between the two airports. Useful for connections, but check the timetable, as departures are limited.

  • Private transfer

    Pre-booked drivers meet passengers in the arrivals hall and drive directly to hotels in La Laguna, Santa Cruz, Puerto de la Cruz or the southern resorts. It suits families and groups with luggage.

  • Car hire

    Car hire companies have desks at the terminal, and the TF-5 motorway connects the airport with Santa Cruz to the east and the north coast to the west.

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Terminals

Main Terminal

The single passenger terminal, opened in 2002, handles all arrivals and departures, including an inter-island area added in 2005 for flights to the other Canary Islands. Binter Canarias, Vueling and every other airline use it.

Airlines and destinations

Most flights at Tenerife North link Tenerife with the other Canary Islands and mainland Spain.

Air Europa Main Terminal

Bilbao, Madrid, Seville

Binter Canarias Main Terminal

Gran Canaria, La Palma, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, El Hierro, La Gomera, Madrid, Seville, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, Funchal, Ponta Delgada, Marrakesh (seasonal), A Coruña, Vigo, and more

Airline guide

CanaryFly Main Terminal

El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma

Iberia Main Terminal

Seasonal: Alicante, Asturias, Melilla, Santiago de Compostela, Valencia

Iberia Express Main Terminal

Madrid

TUIfly Main Terminal

Düsseldorf, Frankfurt

Vueling Main Terminal

Alicante, Asturias, Barcelona, Bilbao, Granada, Málaga, Santiago de Compostela, Seville, Valencia

Facilities

  • Shops

    Shops include Tenerife Duty Free, Relay, Buy-Bye, La Boutique, Sunglass Hut, ALE-HOP and La Casa de los Balcones Natura.

  • Restaurants and cafés

    Food outlets include Burger King, Foodies, Montecelio, Pannus, Tabernnus, Soho and Soho To Go.

  • Pharmacy

    A pharmacy operates in the terminal.

  • Wi-Fi

    Aena offers Wi-Fi in the terminal.

  • Car hire

    Car rental companies have offices at the airport.

  • Fast Lane

    Aena sells Fast Lane access for a quicker route through security.

  • Meet & Assist

    Aena offers a paid Meet & Assist service that accompanies passengers through the airport.

  • Lottery

    A Loterías y Apuestas del Estado outlet sells Spanish national lottery tickets.

Airport lounges

  • Sala VIP Nivaria

    On the first floor, in the domestic departures area, with buffet, newspapers, Wi-Fi and an outdoor terrace. Open to business-class passengers and eligible airline club members; other passengers can buy a pass from Aena. Hours listed in 2021 were 5:45 to 20:00 daily.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Aena's free assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility must be requested at least 48 hours before departure, through your airline or travel agency, the Aena website or app, or by phone on +34 91 321 10 00.

  • Reduced mobility

    Signposted meeting points are in the parking areas, the arrivals forecourt and the check-in area. Aena recommends reaching the meeting point two to two and a half hours before departure.

  • Hearing and visual support

    The service covers sensory as well as physical disabilities. Passengers with hearing impairments can contact Aena by WhatsApp on +34 634 851 130.

  • Service animals

    Check with your airline about traveling with a service animal, as acceptance and paperwork are set by the airline.

Parking

Spaces can be booked in advance on the Aena parking website, or paid on exit at a pay station or through the Aena app.

General Parking Area

The main parking area beside the terminal.

Parking Express

A parking area beside the terminal for shorter stays.

Long-stay parking area P4

A parking area for longer stays; some parking areas may only accept vehicles with a prior booking, so check before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tenerife North Airport from Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

Tenerife North Airport is about 10 to 11 km from Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital, and is reached by the TF-5 motorway. The historic center of San Cristóbal de La Laguna is closer, about 2 km away. TITSA line 20 links the airport with La Laguna and Santa Cruz, and taxis wait at the rank on Floor 0, Arrivals.

What is the difference between Tenerife North and Tenerife South airports?

Tenerife has two airports. Tenerife North (TFN), near La Laguna, handles mostly flights to the other Canary Islands and mainland Spain. Tenerife South (TFS), at Granadilla de Abona, handles most international and charter flights and is closer to Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos. Check the code on your ticket, as the two airports are about 80 km apart by road.

How many terminals does Tenerife North Airport have?

Tenerife North Airport has one passenger terminal building, opened in 2002, which is used for both arrivals and departures. An inter-island area for flights to the other Canary Islands was added in 2005 inside the same complex. All airlines use this terminal, so there is no need to change buildings between flights.

Which airlines fly to Tenerife North Airport?

Binter Canarias is the main airline at Tenerife North and uses it as its Tenerife hub for flights to the other Canary Islands, mainland Spain, Madeira, the Azores and Marrakesh. Vueling has aircraft based here. Air Europa, Iberia, Iberia Express, CanaryFly and TUIfly also operate, with routes to Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Düsseldorf and Frankfurt.

Is Tenerife North the same as Los Rodeos Airport?

Yes. Tenerife North Airport was formerly known as Los Rodeos, after the area of La Laguna where it stands, and many locals still use that name. Its full name today is Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport, and its IATA code is TFN. It should not be confused with Tenerife South Airport (TFS) in the south of the island.

How do I get from Tenerife North Airport to Puerto de la Cruz?

Puerto de la Cruz is about 26 km west of Tenerife North Airport, on the north coast. TITSA line 30 runs directly between the airport and Puerto de la Cruz, and route 104 also serves the town via La Laguna. Taxis wait at the official rank on Floor 0, Arrivals, and pre-booked private transfers go door to door to hotels in the town.

Can I travel between Tenerife North and Tenerife South airports?

Yes. TITSA route 343 links Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife North Airport, Tenerife South Airport and Los Cristianos, and Aena says the non-stop section between the two airports takes about 50 minutes. Buses leave from Floor -1 at Tenerife North. Taxis and pre-booked transfers also cover the trip, which is useful when you connect between flights.

Where do buses leave from at Tenerife North Airport?

TITSA buses leave from the bus area on Floor -1 of the terminal. Line 20 runs to La Laguna and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, line 30 to Puerto de la Cruz, route 104 links Santa Cruz, the airport and Puerto de la Cruz, and route 343 continues to Tenerife South Airport and Los Cristianos. Check TITSA timetables before you travel, as frequencies vary.

Where is the taxi rank at Tenerife North Airport?

The official taxi rank is on Floor 0, the arrivals level, signposted from the arrivals hall. Aena advises taking a taxi only from the official rank and ignoring drivers who approach you elsewhere in the terminal. Ask the driver for a receipt if you need one. A radio taxi service can also be called from La Laguna.

Is there a VIP lounge at Tenerife North Airport?

Yes. The Sala VIP Nivaria is on the first floor, in the domestic departures area. When Aena reopened it in a new location in 2021, it listed opening hours of 5:45 to 20:00 daily. Business-class passengers and members of eligible airline clubs can enter, and other passengers can buy a pass on the Aena website or at the lounge.

Do I need a passport for flights at Tenerife North?

Most flights at Tenerife North are within Spain or the Schengen Area, so there is usually no passport control on arrival, but airlines still ask for a valid ID document. Travelers from outside the Schengen Area, for example on flights from Marrakesh, go through border control, where the EU Entry/Exit System has applied in full since April 2026.

What time zone is Tenerife North Airport in?

Tenerife and the rest of the Canary Islands use Western European Time, UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer, one hour behind mainland Spain. If you fly in from Madrid, Barcelona or other mainland cities, set your watch back one hour on arrival. The Canary Islands change their clocks on the same dates as the rest of the European Union.

Can I park at Tenerife North Airport?

Yes. Aena runs three parking areas at Tenerife North: the General Parking Area, Parking Express and the Long-stay parking area P4. Spaces can be booked in advance on the Aena parking website or paid on exit at a pay station or through the Aena app. Some parking areas may not accept vehicles without a prior booking, so check before you drive.

Why are flights at Tenerife North sometimes affected by weather?

Tenerife North Airport sits on a plateau at 633 m in the north of the island, where low cloud and fog are common, especially in some seasons, and visibility can change quickly. If you are flying in or out, check your flight status with your airline before leaving for the airport.

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