Tenerife South (TFS) is the holiday airport of the largest Canary Island. A rental car is the way to see more than your resort: Mount Teide, the green north coast and villages like Masca and Garachico.
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The rental desks at Tenerife South are in the arrivals hall; the cars are within walking distance or a short shuttle ride. Bring licence, passport or ID, voucher and a credit card in the main driver's name — it is all in your confirmation.
The resorts of Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas are about 20 km away. The Teide crater is just over an hour's climb through a lunar landscape (approx. 60 km), Puerto de la Cruz in the north about 1 hour 15 via the motorway. All roads are toll-free.
There are no tolls in the Canaries and fuel is remarkably cheap (lower tax). The roads to Masca and through Anaga are steep and winding: comfortable in a compact car, and if you drive uphill a lot, avoid the smallest class fully loaded. The sun shines year-round — booking early is smart even in winter.
Yes, fuel prices in the Canary Islands are clearly lower than on the Spanish mainland due to lower taxes. Full-to-full refuelling is extra advantageous here.
Yes, the road up the Teide is a normal paved mountain road and allowed with every rental car. Expect a long climb; a small car fully loaded will take it slower.
No, taking a rental car on a ferry is not allowed without the company's permission. Visiting several islands? Renting per island is almost always more practical and cheaper — just ask us.
Also read: our tips for renting a car in Spain or see everything about car rental in Spain.
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