Flights to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)

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Cheap Flights to Tenerife

The island of Tenerife, which lies off the coast of West Africa, is the largest of the seven Canary Islands that belong to the country of Spain. Around 5 million people visit the island each year, drawn by the Teide volcano, the beautiful beaches and the pre-Lent Carnaval. Tenerife has a highly diverse ecology for such a small area, which attracts eco-vacationers to the island.

Tenerife South Airport (TFS)

Flights to Tenerife primarily land at the Tenerifre South Airport (TFS). A three-story brick building, it is also known as Reina Sofia after Queen Sofia of Spain, who dedicated the airport in 1978. The airport sees flights to Tenerife from around the world and serves such airlines as Air Berlin, Austrian Airlines, Easy Jet, Transaero and XL Airways Germany. Check-in desks are located on the ground floor. The airport offers several restaurants, shops and a VIP lounge. Public transportation, rental cars and taxis are available at this airport. The public bus costs about $3.

Attractions in Tenerife

Tenerife offers a variety of attractions for visitors to the island, which makes it a popular destination for millions around the world. Teide National Park surrounds Mount Teide, the highest mountain in Spain and an active volcano. The area is also of archaeological importance featuring relics of the Guanches aboriginal people of the island.

The Carnaval of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the second most popular carnival in the world after Rio de Janeiro and draws people from around the world. The lights, costumes and activities go on night after night until Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Roman Catholic period of fasting before Easter.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located in the northeast section of the island and is an important hub between Tenerife and the rest of the world, welcoming cruise ships and thousands of visitors for Carnaval. A number of notable contemporary buildings are located in Santa Cruz. Puerto de la Cruz is an important center of tourism in Tenerife, offering a beach, zoo, archaeological museum and stone castle.

Tenerife Espacio de las Artes, an example of modern architecture, houses a contemporary museum, library and center for photography as well as a restaurant, shop and public square. Museo de la Naturaliza y el Hombre offers an interesting look at the natural history and archaeology of the island with a number of artifacts available for public viewing.

The golden sands of the Playa de las Vistas make it a pleasant place for enjoying a swim. After your exercise, enjoy a drink or lunch at one of the many bars and restaurants that line the beach area.

Hints and Tips for Visiting Tenerife
Daytime temperatures are generally warm on the island with an average temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit all year, but nights can be cool.

A meal in a restaurant averages about $10 per person, but you can find cheaper fare from street vendors. Try the papas arugadas, which are salty potatoes served with interesting mojo sauces. Sample the wines offered by local producers for an interesting taste of the island.