Flying from Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Tenerife's main base, Tenerife South Airport (TFS), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Zurich is one hour ahead of Tenerife. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tenerife to ZRH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
TFN is about 11 kilometres from central Tenerife. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Tenerife North Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Tenerife North Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Consider beginning your travels from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). You can book a direct Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH) plane ticket with departures from here.
Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Tenerife to ZRH out of TFS. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Edelweiss air has the largest share of bookings on the TFS to ZRH route.
TFS is about 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Tenerife to ZRH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Tenerife South Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Tenerife South Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tenerife to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Tenerife to Zurich Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, central Zurich is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
₹ 7,001 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 16,882. These prices may change based on availability.
Get cheap flights from Tenerife to ZRH by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Tenerife to Zurich Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Zurich. July is when most people book flights from Tenerife to Zurich Airport (ZRH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Tenerife to ZRH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Tenerife to Zurich Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tenerife to Zurich Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Bahnhofstrasse and Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Zurich must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
Lugano is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No journey is complete without seeing Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.
