What is the ICAO code for Tenerife South Airport?

The ICAO code for Tenerife South Airport is GCTS.

Where is Tenerife South Airport located?

Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is located in Tenerife, Spain.

What time zone is Tenerife South Airport in?

The local time zone at Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is Atlantic/Canary (GMT+1).

How many flights depart from Tenerife South Airport?

About 44 scheduled departures were counted at Tenerife South Airport (TFS) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.

How early should I arrive at Tenerife South Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from Tenerife South Airport?

Based on the current departures board at Tenerife South Airport (TFS), scheduled flights are operated by Jet2.com, Ryanair, Binter Canarias, easyJet, and Wizz Air.

Where can you fly nonstop from Tenerife South Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at Tenerife South Airport (TFS) include Gran Canaria, London, Milano, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh.

How can I see live flights at Tenerife South Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Tenerife South Airport (TFS). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

TFS Tenerife South Airport

Local time

Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is an airport serving Tenerife, Spain.

Updated 1 d ago · 47 departures on the board

02:45
I21556
Madrid(MAD)
On time
02:35
TO4741
Paris(ORY)
On time
23:20
22:25
LS920
Manchester(MAN)
Delayed by 55m
23:12
22:35
LS1494
London(STN)
Delayed by 37m
23:06
22:35
LS222
Leeds(LBA)
Delayed by 31m
23:02
22:20
LS1336
Birmingham(BHX)
Delayed by 42m
22:41
22:30
U28038
London(LGW)
On time
22:22
20:30
FR2977
Edinburgh(EDI)
Delayed by 112m
22:15
21:30
LS676
East Midlands(EMA)
Delayed by 45m
21:49
21:40
LS548
Newcastle(NCL)
On time
21:46
21:30
LS1890
Bristol(BRS)
Delayed by 16m
21:35
21:10
846
Gran Canaria(LPA)
Delayed by 25m

About TFS Airport

Tenerife South Airport (TFS) serves the southern part of Tenerife, Spain, with a modern single-terminal layout handling both international and domestic traffic; check the online flight board for real-time updates. Several leisure and charter carriers are prominent here, alongside scheduled operators like Binter Canarias and Canaryfly providing inter-island and regional links. Popular destinations include mainland Spain, other Canary Islands and European holiday cities. For passengers, expect busy peak seasons, convenient ground transport options, and clear signage for arrivals and departures.

How do I get to and from Tenerife South Airport?

Tenerife South Airport is served by a mix of transport options. Regular intercity and local buses link the airport with nearby towns and major resorts; coach services provide connections to the island’s main tourist areas. Taxis and ride-hailing operate from outside the terminal and are a straightforward option for door-to-door travel. Car rental desks are located on-site for self-drive; parking is available for short and long stays. Plan to allow extra time for transfers during peak holiday periods.

How do the terminals work at Tenerife South Airport?

The airport has a single passenger terminal building handling both departures and arrivals for domestic, Schengen, and non-Schengen international flights. Check-in desks and airline offices are in the main hall; security screening and passport control follow check-in depending on destination. Arrivals and departures are clearly signed; passengers transferring between flights should follow transfer signage and allow time for any passport checks and security re-screening required for non-Schengen connections.

Tips for flying from Tenerife South Airport

Arrive with sufficient time for busy tourist-season peaks and late-evening arrivals common at this airport. Have travel documents ready for passport control when flying to or from non-Schengen destinations. Wear comfortable shoes for potentially long walking distances between check-in, security and gates. If you need special assistance or have excess baggage, contact your airline in advance. Expect variable wind and weather conditions that can occasionally affect schedules, and check flight status before leaving for the airport.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Tenerife South Airport is TFS.