Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tenerife: what you need to know
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0. The city is seven hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PDX to Tenerife flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from PDX to Tenerife, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Travelling from central Portland to PDX takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Tenerife? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:
Portland International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tenerife
RM1,274 is currently the best price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Tenerife flight. Return flight tickets start at RM2,786. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PDX to Tenerife. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Portland International Airport to Tenerife across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Portland International Airport to Tenerife by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near TFN if you're coming in on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Tenerife. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Tenerife North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, TopCar or Budget and chase adventure across Tenerife and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Tenerife North Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PDX to Tenerife.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is around 64 kilometres from central Tenerife. Once you've disembarked your flight from Portland International Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near TFS. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your PDX to Tenerife flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Tenerife South Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Record Go, Goldcar and TopCar.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at TFS will save you money.
Best time to go to Tenerife
Before scheduling your flights from Portland International Airport to Tenerife, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Tenerife offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Portland International Airport to Tenerife flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PDX to Tenerife around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Tenerife, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tenerife:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Playa de las Gaviotas are highlights which should be on any well-planned Tenerife itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Tenerife, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Arrecife to check off its top attractions. From Museo Arqueologico de Lanzarote to Iglesia de San Gines and Estatua de Heraclio Niz Mesa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Spain, consider Puerto del Rosario, roughly 241 kilometres east of Tenerife. La Cocinita d'E, Exit - Room Escape Fuerteventura and Caminos are the start of reasons to visit.