Good to know
- IATA code
- TFN
- ICAO code
- GCXO
- To city centre
- 35 km
- Transport to the centre
- Bus
- Time zone
- Atlantic/Canary
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 14
- Rental companies
- 5
- Off-airport offices
- 3
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Rental desks at Tenerife North Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Outside the airport
Offices 3
At Tenerife North Airport
Tenerife North Airport sits in San Cristóbal de La Laguna. Tenerife is 35 km away; there is also a bus.
Picking up and returning
Public transport into town
Titsa runs bus routes 20, 30, 103 and 343 to Tenerife North, giving the airport links with several of the island’s towns.
Other airports near Tenerife
Tenerife has 1 more airport: Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Popular searches at Tenerife North Airport
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Rules of the road in Spain
- Speed limits
- 50 / 90 / 120 km/h
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- motorway tolls paid at the barrier
- Must carry
- a reflective vest and a warning triangle
- Emergency number
- 112
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Spain: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the right. Speed limits are posted at the roadside and differ between towns, open roads and motorways.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
How far is Tenerife from the airport?
35 km.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
An International Driving Permit is recommended alongside a non-EU licence.
What are the speed limits in Spain?
50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads, 120 km/h on motorways.
Are the motorways tolled?
Motorways charge at the barrier. Payment is by cash or card.
Which car rental companies serve Tenerife North Airport?
At the airport: Avis, Cicar, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, 1 other company and 2 independent offices. Desks are in the terminal. Outside the airport, nearby: Avis, Budget and Cicar.







