Tenerife Sur Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 13h 47m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Tenerife Sur Airport
Tenerife South Airport, also known as Tenerife South–Reina Sofía Airport, is the larger of the two international airports located on the island of Tenerife and the second busiest in the Canary Islands.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
GCTSLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 10,499 ft / 3,200 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.675 MHz |
| DLV | — | 121.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.000 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport terminal is closed between 11:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANARIAS TMA-1 | Class D | TMA | 1650 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TENERIFE SUR CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 1650 ft MSL |
| TENERIFE SUR ATZ | Class D | ATZ | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| A873 | Special use | Airway | FL105 | FL145 |
| G851 | Special use | Airway | FL095 | FL145 |
| H770 | Special use | Airway | FL095 | FL145 |
| G5 | Special use | Airway | FL095 | FL145 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Spain airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 210 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 236 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 348 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 354 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 187 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tenerife Sur Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tenerife Sur Airport?
The ICAO code for Tenerife Sur Airport is GCTS, and its IATA code is TFS.
Where is Tenerife Sur Airport located?
Tenerife Sur Airport is large airport located in Tenerife, Spain, at an elevation of 209 ft (64 m).
How many runways does Tenerife Sur Airport have?
Tenerife Sur Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,499 ft / 3,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Tenerife Sur Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tenerife Sur Airport include Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Berlin, Air Bourbon, Air Europa, Austrian Airlines, among 33 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tenerife Sur Airport?
Historical data lists 81 nonstop destinations from Tenerife Sur Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tenerife Sur Airport in?
Tenerife Sur Airport is in the Atlantic/Canary time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tenerife Sur Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tenerife Sur Airport is approximately 3.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tenerife Sur Airport?
The nearest airport to Tenerife Sur Airport is Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN), about 29 nm to the nne, followed by La Gomera Airport and El Berriel Aeroc Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tenerife Sur Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.