Tenerife to Frankfurt am Main (TFS–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TFS–FRA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates, Airbus Transport International and Condor lead the route. The flight covers 2,012 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 8 | 32B | 4h40-4h45 | – | – | – |
| 4Y Airbus Transport International | 7 | 32A | 4h45 | – | – | – |
| DE Condor | 7 | 32B | 4h45 | – | – | – |
| X3 TUI fly | 5 | 73H | 4h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Tenerife
| Metric | TFS→FRA | LPA→FRA | SPC→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFS | – | 73 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 31 | 4 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 3h 37m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
TFS: WET · FRA: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Tenerife, it's 7:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Spanish passport holders enter Germany with no restrictions. Spain and Germany are both EU and Schengen members, so flights between them have no border checks. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is sufficient. No visa or advance registration is required.
If you plan to stay in Germany longer than 3 months, you must register your address at the local residents' registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt or Burgeramt) within 14 days of moving in. This applies to everyone in Germany, including German citizens. The registration (Anmeldung) is free and takes about 15 minutes. You will need a confirmation letter from your landlord (Wohnungsgeberbestatigung). EU citizens can live and work in Germany without a work permit.
No rail connection. TITSA bus Line 111 runs from Santa Cruz de Tenerife bus station to TFS in about 1 hour (€7.65). From Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos, bus Line 111/116 takes 20–30 minutes and costs €1.65–3.
Taxis from Playa de las Américas cost €15–20 (15–20 min). From Santa Cruz: €40–55 (45 min). The TF-1 motorway runs directly to the airport. Rental cars are the dominant mode for resort-area visitors; the airport road is well signed.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
TFS–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFS to FRA
Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Airbus Transport International, Condor, Emirates and TUI fly. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
TFS to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFS to FRA ranges from 4 hours 40 minutes to 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,012 miles (3,238 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 53 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via ACE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Gran Canaria Island (LPA), Sta Cruz de la Palma, La Palma Island (SPC) and El Matorral (FUE).