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TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes
Leading contemporary art museum in the Canary Islands, known for avant-garde exhibitions and a striking architectural setting.
Flights from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $118 (€97) if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 1134 miles (1826 km) distance in 3h 0m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1134 miles (1826 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€97) |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 3h 0m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$119
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$379
Fastest journey on Sep 21
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
5 h 33 m
Flights on Sep 21
37
Distance
1826 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife will cost around $379 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife without transferring at least once.
UX4050 · UX9048
UX4050 · UX9059
UX4050 · UX9118
UX4042 · UX9057
UX4042 · UX9059
IB1016+
IB1553
IB1012+
IB1581
UX4042 · UX9048
VY1321 · VY3214
IB5178 · IB5460Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $463 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $463, while a flight costs an average of $463.
Distance: 1134 miles (1826 km)
Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|
$463 Average price Cheapest | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 40h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife flights for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:45 PM Alicante | 17h55 | 12:40 PM Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
VY1311 · VY3210 | 12:20 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h35 | 9:55 AM Tenerife North Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Leading contemporary art museum in the Canary Islands, known for avant-garde exhibitions and a striking architectural setting.
Outstanding natural history museum with fossils, native biodiversity, and Guanche collections, ideal for understanding Tenerife's origins.
Small military museum with weapons, maps, and the famous cannon linked to Nelson's defeat in Santa Cruz.
The city's best-known urban park, with fountains, sculptures, and shaded paths ideal for a relaxing walk near the center.
Elegant pedestrian shopping street lined with modernist architecture, ideal for strolling and seeing daily city life.
Palm-filled urban park near the auditorium and fairgrounds, a pleasant local favorite for walking with coastal breezes.
Wrinkled baby potatoes boiled in very salty water, served with mojo sauces. They are a Canary Islands staple and one of Tenerife’s most iconic traditional foods.
A spicy red sauce made with peppers, garlic, oil, and vinegar. It is traditional across the Canaries and defines many local dishes.
A mild green sauce of coriander or parsley, garlic, oil, and vinegar. It is a classic Canarian accompaniment for potatoes, fish, and meats.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on contemporary Canarian cuisine, polished service, and creative tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Traditional restaurant known for classic Canarian dishes, seafood, and a historic atmosphere near the city center.
Well-known seafood restaurant popular for fresh fish, shellfish, and rice dishes in a lively coastal setting.
Moderate for Spain: hotels can rise in peak season, but local dining and TITSA buses or trams are generally good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare or add about €1 for help with bags.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Santa Cruz de Tenerife flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Tenerife North Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Santa Cruz de Tenerife airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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