The main resort area of Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje is about 17 km west of the airport.

About Playa de las Americas / Costa Adeje

Playa de las Americas and neighboring Costa Adeje form the main tourist hub of southern Tenerife, offering a sun-guaranteed holiday destination on the Canary Islands. Playa de las Americas features a long promenade lined with restaurants, bars, and shops, along with several sheltered beaches like Playa del Camison. The area is known for vibrant nightlife centered around Veronicas strip and the Patch.

Costa Adeje, the more upscale neighbor to the north, has luxury resorts, designer boutiques along the Avenida de Bruselas, and beautiful beaches like Playa del Duque and Playa de Fanabe. The nearby Siam Park, consistently rated among the world's best water parks, and Aqualand are major family attractions. The year-round subtropical climate with temperatures between 20-28°C makes this one of Europe's most popular winter sun destinations.

Nearby Landmarks

Siam Park Playa del Duque beach Aqualand Los Cristianos port

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $25-30 (fixed rate)
Time 15-20 min

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Step-by-Step Directions

Take TITSA bus 111 from outside arrivals (runs along the TF-1 motorway). Alternatively, taxis have fixed rates posted in the arrivals hall.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $25-30 (fixed rate) 15-20 min Convenience, groups, heavy luggage

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

TITSA buses (line 111 and 450) run until approximately 11 PM. After that, taxis are available 24/7 at the airport and cost about €25-35 to the resort area. Pre-booked airport transfers are popular and often cheaper than metered taxis.

Luggage Tips

Airport transfer buses and taxis handle resort luggage easily. TITSA public buses have luggage racks but can be crowded during peak tourist times. The resort promenades are flat and smooth for rolling suitcases.

Accessibility

TITSA buses are wheelchair accessible with low-floor entry and ramps. The resort promenades in both Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje are flat and fully accessible. Most hotels and restaurants in this tourist area comply with EU accessibility standards.