Car Hire at Tenerife Airport South

Airport travel guide

One of the two largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife has long been recognized as a prime tourist destination. Thousands of British visitors travel here every year to enjoy the island’s scenic Atlantic beaches. But more than just busy tourist spots, Tenerife is a place of interesting history and culture along with spectacular natural beauty. These are three of Tenerife’s most interesting attractions:

• San Cristóbal de La Laguna. The historic highland capital of Tenerife, La Laguna, as it is usually called by locals, is a fascinating place to visit. The city’s historic centre has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is characterized by landmarks such as the Cathedral of San Cristóbal, the mannerist building of Casa Salazar, and Adrián Alemán de Armas Library. The city is also home to some of Tenerife’s best museums and restaurants. Located about 65 km (40 miles) from Tenerife South Airport, San Cristóbal can be reached in some 45 minutes by car.
• Los Cristianos. The main resort town of Tenerife is located just a short drive from Tenerife South Airport. In addition to beautiful beaches, the area is also home to the water park of Siam and the Las Aguilas Zoo (also known as the Jungle Park), as well as the place to join a whale or dolphin-watching tour. Other interesting places in the south of the island include the desert town of Guía de Isora, the cliffs of Los Gigantes, and the Basilica of Candelaria.
• Teide National Park. Located in the central part of the island, Teide National Park is named after its highest mountain. Reaching an impressive height of 3,718 m (12,198 feet), the active volcano is the highest summit in all of Spain. The highest part of the mountain can be reached via a cable car; if the weather permits, you might be able to see all the other Canary Islands and even mainland Africa from the top. Although Teide National Park is widely considered to be the most visited national park in Europe, its long network of hiking paths, varying terrain, and abundance of flora and fauna means it is a great place for a relaxing day outdoors. 

Top international routes

• London
• Manchester
• Birmingham
• East Midlands
• Glasgow
• Amsterdam

Main airlines

Ryanair, easyJet, Air Europa, TUI Airways, Jet2.com, and Vueling

Terminals

The single, three-story passenger terminal serves all local and international flights.

Location

Tenerife Airport South is about 60 km (37 mi) from Santa Cruz, the largest city on the island of Tenerife. There are many smaller towns, villages, and beaches near the airport. Motorways TF-1 and TF-2B are the main roads connecting the airport to Santa Cruz.

Most popular types of hire car

• Premium cars - starting at 18 GBP per day
• Small cars - starting at 5 GBP per day
• SUVs - starting at 14 GBP per day
• Medium cars - starting at 11 GBP per day
• Large cars - starting at 14 GBP per day
• Station wagons - starting at 24 GBP per day
• People Carriers - starting at 16 GBP per day
• Convertibles - starting at 20 GBP per day

Car hire desks

Most are located in the arrivals area.

Services and facilities

You’ll find a small number of cozy cafeterias, fast-food stands, and restaurants, as well as shops and duty-free outlets. There are also ATMs, a lost and found office, a children’s play area, a pharmacy, an observation deck, and a chapel. The airport facilities are accessible to travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest petrol station

The station at 38610 Granadilla is inside the larger airport territory and can be reached in about two minutes. There are many other petrol stations nearby and on the way to Santa Cruz.

Popular one-way hires

• Lanzarote Playa Blanca Port (426 km / 265 mi)