Transfers & Taxis from Tenerife South Airport to Playa de las Americas

Where do I find the taxis at Tenerife South Airport?

If you haven’t pre-booked a transfer, you will find the Tenerife South Airport taxi rank right outside the arrivals hall, on the ground floor. During busy times, you may have to queue for a while before a taxi becomes available.

Where do I find my pre-booked transfer driver at Tenerife South Airport?

If you have booked an airport taxi transfer to Playa de las Americas in advance, your driver will meet you at the official waiting point. This is clearly signposted and even marked on the floor. You will find this after exiting the baggage reclaim area and entering the public arrivals hall. Your driver will be expecting you and will be holding a sign with your name on it.

Airport taxi or pre-booked transfer to Playa de las Americas?

A pre-booked transfer has many advantages. Once you have landed, you will be able to get to Playa de las Americas in record time. No queuing at the taxi rank, as your driver will be waiting for you when you arrive. In addition, your transfer vehicle will be of a higher standard than most cars at the airport taxi rank. And, not to forget, you won’t have to worry about the taximeter ticking away, as the final price for your transfer will be confirmed when you make your booking.

How much is a pre-booked transfer from Tenerife South Airport to Playa de las Americas?

The price of a pre-booked transfer from Tenerife South to Playa de las Americas varies according to vehicle size. A car transfer for up to 3 passengers is about €37. A minivan transfer for up to 8 passengers is around €80. A minibus transfer for up to 20 passengers is around €112.

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What happens if my flight is delayed?

That’s no problem at all. Your allocated driver will monitor your flight arrival time and will be waiting for you at Tenerife South Airport at the right time, even if you arrive later than scheduled.


Local Playa de las Americas Taxi Tariffs

The local taxis in Playa de las Americas are metered and have two basic fares as follows:

Taxis Night-time tariff

(from 9pm to 7am) as well as Sundays and Bank Holidays

Per kilometre€1.26
Minimum fare€3.45
Waiting time per hour€15.05

Taxis Day-time tariff

(from 7am to 9pm)

Per kilometre€1.10
Minimum fare€3.15
Waiting time per hour€15.05

How much is a taxi from Playa de las Americas to Tenerife North Airport?

A taxi from Playa de las Americas to Tenerife North Airport costs around €100.

How far is it from Playa de las Americas to Tenerife North Airport?

Via the TF-1, it is around 80 km from Playa de las Americas to Tenerife North Airport. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey takes between 50 minutes and 1 hour.

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How to get from Tenerife South Airport to Playa de las Americas

Playa de las Americas is situated in the south of Tenerife and is approximately 16.5 km from Tenerife South Airport. By taxi, the journey will take about 20 minutes.

  • For the quickest way to reach Playa de las Americas follow the directions below:
  • On leaving the airport take the road for San Miguel/Arona/Los Cristianos (TF-1).
  • On joining the TF-1 carry on the TF-1for approximately 14.5 km. 
  • Take Exit 73 (sign posted Playa de las Americans).
  • At the roundabout take the first Exit and follow signs for the TF-481.
  • You are now entering Playa de las Americas and onto your final destination.
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