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Tenerife South Airport

Also known as: TFS Airport, Tenerife Sur Airport, Reina Sofía Airport, Tenerife South Reina Sofía Airport.

TFS · GCTS · Granadilla de Abona

Airport facts

Name
Tenerife South Airport
IATA code
TFS
ICAO code
GCTS
City
Granadilla de Abona
Country
Spain
Address
Aeropuerto de Tenerife Sur, 38610 Granadilla de Abona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Coordinates
28.0445, -16.5725
Time zone
Atlantic/Canary
Terminals
One passenger terminal: arrivals, baggage claim, bus stops and the taxi stand on Floor 0, the boarding area with shops and restaurants upstairs.

About Tenerife South Airport

Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the main airport for holiday flights to Tenerife, the largest of Spain's Canary Islands. It stands in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona on the island's south coast, beside the TF-1 highway, and is run by Aena.

Most flights come from the UK, Ireland and continental Europe. Ryanair, which has a base here, Jet2.com, easyJet and TUI fly the most routes, joined by Condor, Eurowings, Norwegian, Transavia, Wizz Air, British Airways and Binter, and from late 2026 by Air Canada from Montréal and Toronto. The airport handled about 14 million passengers in 2025.

All flights use one passenger terminal, with arrivals, baggage claim and the bus and taxi stops on Floor 0 and the boarding area, shops and restaurants upstairs.

The resorts of the south are close: Los Cristianos is about 18 km (11 miles) west along the TF-1 and Costa Adeje about 20 km (12 miles), with Playa de las Américas between them, a drive of around 20 minutes. El Médano, Golf del Sur and Los Abrigos are nearer still, while Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital, is about 63 km (39 miles) to the northeast.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Aena

Passengers per year

About 14 million (13,969,678) in 2025

Runway

One, 07/25, 3,200 m

Opened

1978

Terminal

One passenger terminal

Arrival tips for Tenerife South Airport

Flights from Spain and other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks. If you come from outside the Schengen area, such as the UK or Ireland, you line up at passport control, where non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System. The Canary Islands are outside the EU customs and VAT area, so follow the customs channels after baggage claim.

Tenerife South has one terminal, and arrivals are on Floor 0. Follow the signs to the baggage claim hall for your flight: there are two halls with 14 carousels, and the screens show your belt. Airline handling desks for lost or damaged bags are in the reclaim halls.

Outside arrivals, also on Floor 0, you find the Titsa bus stops, the official taxi stand and the car rental desks. Pre-booked drivers meet passengers in the arrivals area. Take taxis only from the signed rank.

The Canary Islands are one hour behind mainland Spain, and Spain uses the euro.

Ground transportation

Buses are cheap and reach the main resorts; a taxi or pre-booked car is easier with luggage, late at night or for villas away from the bus routes.

  • Bus line 40 to Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje

    Titsa's line 40 leaves from the stop on Floor 0, outside arrivals, and runs to Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje bus station. It stops at the main roads, not at each hotel, so allow for a walk with your bags.

  • Bus line 10 to Santa Cruz

    Titsa's line 10 links the airport with Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital, from the same arrivals stop. Night line 711 covers Santa Cruz, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje when the day lines stop.

  • Bus line 343 to Tenerife North Airport

    Line 343 runs directly between Tenerife South and Tenerife North airports in about 50 minutes, useful for connections with inter-island and domestic flights.

  • Taxi from Tenerife South Airport

    Official taxis wait at the signed rank on Floor 0 at arrivals and go door to door to the southern resorts and across the island. Aena advises against drivers who approach you away from the rank.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked car meets you in the arrivals area, suited to families, groups, late arrivals and villas or rentals away from the bus routes.

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Terminals

Main Terminal

The single passenger terminal handles every flight, Schengen and non-Schengen. Arrivals and two baggage claim halls with 14 carousels are on Floor 0.

Airlines and destinations

All airlines use the one terminal. Several Spanish domestic and inter-island flights use Tenerife North Airport (TFN) instead, so check the airport on your ticket.

Aer Lingus Main Terminal

Dublin, Cork (seasonal)

Air Canada Main Terminal

Montréal (from November 2026), Toronto (seasonal, from October 2026)

Air France Main Terminal

Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal)

Binter Canarias Main Terminal

Gran Canaria, Funchal (seasonal)

British Airways Main Terminal

London Gatwick, London Heathrow

Brussels Airlines Main Terminal

Brussels

Condor Main Terminal

Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart (seasonal)

easyJet Main Terminal

Basel/Mulhouse, Belfast, Berlin, Birmingham, Bordeaux, Bristol, Edinburgh, Geneva, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Southend, Lyon, Manchester, Milan Malpensa and more

Edelweiss Main Terminal

Zurich

Eurowings Main Terminal

Cologne/Bonn, Düsseldorf, Berlin (seasonal), Graz (seasonal), Hamburg (seasonal), Hannover (seasonal), Prague (seasonal), Salzburg (seasonal), Stuttgart (seasonal)

Icelandair Main Terminal

Reykjavík Keflavík

Jet2.com Main Terminal

Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds/Bradford, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester, Newcastle

Norwegian Main Terminal

Copenhagen, Oslo, Aalborg (seasonal), Bergen (seasonal), Helsinki (seasonal), Stavanger (seasonal), Stockholm Arlanda (seasonal)

Ryanair Main Terminal

Agadir, Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Bournemouth, Bristol, Brussels Charleroi, Budapest, Cardiff, Cologne/Bonn, Dublin, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Eindhoven, Milan Bergamo and more

Transavia Main Terminal

Amsterdam, Brussels, Eindhoven, Rotterdam/The Hague

TUI Airways Main Terminal

Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, Cardiff, Dublin, East Midlands, Exeter, Glasgow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Newcastle, Norwich, Aberdeen (seasonal), Belfast (seasonal), London Stansted (seasonal)

TUI fly Belgium Main Terminal

Antwerp, Brussels, Ostend/Bruges

TUI fly Deutschland Main Terminal

Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hannover, Munich, Stuttgart

TUI fly Netherlands Main Terminal

Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Rotterdam/The Hague

Volotea Main Terminal

Asturias, Bilbao, Nantes, Brest (seasonal), Lille (seasonal), Montpellier (seasonal)

Vueling Main Terminal

Paris Orly

Wizz Air Main Terminal

Bucharest, Budapest, Gdańsk, Katowice, Milan Malpensa, Rome Fiumicino, Venice, Warsaw Chopin

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi

    Aena's free Wi-Fi is available in the terminal.

  • Shops and restaurants

    Shops, cafés and restaurants are in the boarding area on Floor 1, past security.

  • Currency exchange

    Currency exchange is available in the terminal.

  • Cash machines

    ATMs are available in the terminal.

  • Car rental

    Car rental companies authorized by Aena have desks in the arrivals area.

  • Medical services

    Medical services and defibrillators are available in the terminal.

  • Lost luggage desks

    Airline handling agents, including Aviapartner, Menzies, Ryanair and Iberia, have desks in the baggage claim halls for missing or damaged bags; easyJet's desk is on Floor 1 in check-in.

  • Baggage carts

    Baggage carts are available in the arrivals areas, the parking lot, the car rental area and at the taxi, bus and private vehicle zones.

  • Post office

    A post office service is available at the airport.

Airport lounges

  • Montaña Roja VIP Lounge

    In the passenger-only zone on the second floor of departures, serving Schengen and non-Schengen flights. It opens at 7:00 daily and closes between 21:00 and midnight depending on the day; pay-per-entry access, sold through Aena, allows a stay of up to three hours.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Aena's Barrier Free assistance service is free. Request it at least 48 hours before your flight through your airline or travel agency, or on the Aena website or app; the information line is +34 913 211 000.

  • Hearing and visual support

    Passengers with hearing impairments can contact Aena by WhatsApp on +34 634 851 130.

  • Service animals

    Aena publishes guidance for traveling with guide dogs and pets; check your airline's rules before you fly.

Parking

P1 General parking

Aena's parking lot at the terminal. You can arrive without a booking and pay before leaving, or book ahead on parking.aena.es or the Aena app; the plate on the booking must match your car.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tenerife South Airport from Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas?

Los Cristianos is about 18 km (11 miles) west of Tenerife South Airport along the TF-1 highway, and Costa Adeje about 20 km (12 miles), with Playa de las Américas between them. The drive takes around 20 minutes in normal traffic. Titsa bus line 40 also runs from the airport to Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje bus station.

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

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital, is about 63 km (39 miles) northeast of Tenerife South Airport by the TF-1 highway. Titsa bus line 10 links the airport with Santa Cruz, night line 711 runs when the day buses stop, and taxis and pre-booked cars wait outside arrivals.

Is Tenerife South the same as Tenerife North airport?

No. Tenerife has two airports. Tenerife South (TFS), near Granadilla de Abona, handles most international and holiday flights and is closest to the southern resorts. Tenerife North (TFN), near La Laguna, handles many Spanish domestic and inter-island flights. Check the code on your ticket; bus line 343 links the two directly in about 50 minutes.

Is Tenerife South Airport the same as Reina Sofía Airport?

Yes. Tenerife South Airport, code TFS, has long been called Reina Sofía Airport, after Queen Sofía of Spain, who traveled on its inaugural flight in 1978. In Spanish it is the Aeropuerto de Tenerife Sur, and you may see all of these names on tickets, signs and travel sites.

How many terminals does Tenerife South Airport have?

Tenerife South Airport has one passenger terminal for all flights. Arrivals, the two baggage claim halls with 14 carousels, the bus stops and the taxi stand are on Floor 0, and the boarding area with shops and restaurants is upstairs past security. There is no need to change terminals.

Which airlines fly to Tenerife South?

Ryanair, which has a base here, Jet2.com, easyJet and TUI fly the most routes, mainly to the UK, Ireland and continental Europe. Condor, Eurowings, Norwegian, Transavia, Wizz Air, British Airways, Aer Lingus, Binter and others add more, and Air Canada begins flights from Montréal and Toronto in late 2026.

Is there a bus from Tenerife South Airport?

Yes. Titsa buses leave from the stop on Floor 0 outside arrivals. Line 40 runs to Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje, line 10 to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, line 343 directly to Tenerife North Airport, line 415 to El Fraile and San Isidro, and night line 711 links Santa Cruz, the airport, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje.

Where is the taxi stand at Tenerife South Airport?

The official taxi stand is on Floor 0 of the terminal, outside arrivals. Aena advises taking a taxi only from the signed rank and not from drivers who approach you elsewhere, and asking for a receipt if you may need to make a complaint. Taxis go door to door to the resorts and across the island.

What do I need to enter Spain at Tenerife South Airport?

The Canary Islands are part of Spain and the Schengen area. Flights from other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks, while arrivals from outside it, including the UK and Ireland, go through passport control, where non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES). Check the visa rules for your nationality before you fly.

Are there duty-free limits when flying to Tenerife?

Yes. The Canary Islands are in the Schengen area but outside the EU VAT and customs area, so duty-free allowances on tobacco, alcohol and other goods apply when you arrive and when you fly home, even on flights to mainland Spain. Arrivals with goods to declare, or cash over 10,000 euros, must use the customs channel.

Is there a lounge at Tenerife South Airport?

Yes. The Montaña Roja VIP Lounge is in the passenger-only zone on the second floor of departures and serves Schengen and non-Schengen flights. It opens at 7:00 every day and closes between 21:00 and midnight depending on the day. Entry can be bought through Aena's official channels, for a stay of up to three hours.

Is Tenerife South Airport open all night?

The terminal closes to the public from 23:00 to 4:00 and whenever no flights are scheduled, according to Aena. During those hours only staff and passengers shortly before their flight can enter, so plan an early departure around the reopening and avoid waiting inside the terminal overnight.

What time zone is Tenerife in?

Tenerife and the rest of the Canary Islands use Western European Time, UTC+0, moving to UTC+1 for summer time from late March to late October. That is one hour behind mainland Spain, including Madrid and Barcelona, so check connection times and pickup times against local Canary time.

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We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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