BeachTenerife South Beach Week
- 5★ hotel in Costa Adeje
- Flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham
- Return airport transfers
From£629per person · 2 sharing
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Canary Islands · Holidays from the UK
Canary Islands holidays from the UK
Winter sun approx. 4 hours 15 minutes from the UK, with black and golden beaches, volcanic landscapes and sea at 18–24°C. A UK consultant arranges your flights, hotel and transfers as one ATOL protected holiday.
Packages from £459 per person, with return flights, hotel and transfers
About 4¼ hours away
Flights from UK airports to Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Warm all year
Around 18–21°C by day in winter and 25–28°C in summer.
No time change
The Canary Islands keep the same time as the UK all year.
ATOL protected
Holidays that include a flight are protected under ATOL 10416.
Canary Islands holiday packages
Canary Islands holiday packages
Flights, hotel and transfers in one price. Every package can be changed: more nights, a different hotel or another UK airport.
6 packages · guide prices per person
Beach
BeachPuerto de la Cruz & Teide
- 5★ hotel in Puerto de la Cruz
- Flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham
- Return airport transfers
From£549per person · 2 sharing
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BeachGran Canaria Beach Week
- 5★ hotel in Maspalomas
- Flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham
- Return airport transfers
From£579per person · 2 sharing
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BeachLanzarote Beach Week
- 5★ apartment in Puerto del Carmen
- Flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham
- Return airport transfers
From£459per person · 2 sharing
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BeachFuerteventura Beach Week
- 5★ hotel in Costa Calma
- Flights from London, Manchester or Birmingham
- Return airport transfers
From£649per person · 2 sharing
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Twin-centreLanzarote & Fuerteventura
- 5★ hotels on both islands
- UK flights plus a ferry
- Transfers in both places
From£699per person · 2 sharing
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Overview
Canary Islands holiday guide for UK travellers
Canary Islands holidays pair a flight of around four and a quarter hours with beaches, volcanic scenery and mild weather in every month. The islands are Spanish, off the coast of north-west Africa, and the sea stays at 18–24°C all year. Most UK travellers choose Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote or Fuerteventura.
Each island has a different character. Tenerife has a wide choice of resorts, from the sheltered south coast to Puerto de la Cruz in the north, below Mount Teide. Gran Canaria has the long beach and sand dunes of Maspalomas, and Las Palmas as a city by the sea. Lanzarote is a volcanic island of black lava fields and white villages, and Fuerteventura has long sandy beaches and steady winds.
Winter is the main season, when the islands are warmer than the UK, but summer is dry and warm too. Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are close enough for a twin-centre holiday: our package uses the ferry between Playa Blanca and Corralejo, which takes approx. 25 to 35 minutes.
Where to stay
Where to stay in the Canary Islands
Six areas to choose from, on four islands. Transfer times are approximate and depend on your hotel.
Costa Adeje & Los Cristianos
Families · Beaches · Short transfers
The sunny south of Tenerife, with sheltered beaches, a seafront promenade and a harbour at Los Cristianos, and ferries to La Gomera.
Nearest airport: Tenerife South Airport, approx. 15–25 mins
Packages from £629 pp
Puerto de la Cruz
Teide views · Sea pools · Old town
A town on the green north coast, with the Lago Martínez sea pools, a black sand beach and Mount Teide above it. Cooler and cloudier than the south.
Nearest airport: Tenerife North Airport, approx. 30–35 mins; Tenerife South, approx. 1 hr 15 mins
Packages from £549 pp
Maspalomas & Playa del Inglés
Families · Dunes · Long beach
A long beach beside the Maspalomas sand dunes, with a lighthouse, a promenade and a wide choice of hotels and apartments in the south of Gran Canaria.
Nearest airport: Gran Canaria Airport, approx. 25–30 mins
Packages from £579 pp
Puerto del Carmen & Playa Blanca
Families · Volcanoes · Beaches
Puerto del Carmen has a long beach and an old harbour close to the airport; Playa Blanca is calmer, in the south, with a promenade and the ferry to Fuerteventura.
Nearest airport: Lanzarote Airport, approx. 10–35 mins
Packages from £459 pp
Corralejo
Dunes · Watersports · Ferry to Lanzarote
A harbour town in the north of Fuerteventura, beside the sand dunes of the Corralejo Natural Park, with boats to the island of Lobos and the ferry to Lanzarote.
Nearest airport: Fuerteventura Airport, approx. 35–40 mins
Packages from £699 pp
Costa Calma & Jandía
Long beaches · Quiet · Windsurfing
Resorts on the south of Fuerteventura, with long sandy beaches, a shallow lagoon and mountains behind. A quieter stay, with a longer transfer.
Nearest airport: Fuerteventura Airport, approx. 50 mins to 1 hr
Packages from £649 pp
Things to see
Places to see in the Canary Islands
A few of the sights to plan your trip around. We can suggest hotels close to the ones you most want to see.
Weather
Canary Islands weather by month
Average daytime highs in Costa Adeje on Tenerife and Arrecife on Lanzarote, with the sea temperature at Costa Adeje. Hover over or tap a month for the figures.
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| Month | Costa Adeje, Tenerife | Sea at Costa Adeje | Arrecife, Lanzarote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18°C | 20°C | 20°C |
| Feb | 18°C | 19°C | 20°C |
| Mar | 20°C | 19°C | 21°C |
| Apr | 20°C | 19°C | 22°C |
| May | 21°C | 20°C | 23°C |
| Jun | 23°C | 21°C | 25°C |
| Jul | 25°C | 22°C | 27°C |
| Aug | 26°C | 23°C | 28°C |
| Sep | 25°C | 24°C | 28°C |
| Oct | 24°C | 23°C | 25°C |
| Nov | 21°C | 22°C | 23°C |
| Dec | 19°C | 21°C | 21°C |
Long-term averages from weather2travel.com. Actual weather varies year to year.
October to May
The main season for UK visitors. Costa Adeje averages 18–24°C by day, with the sea at 19–23°C. Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are around 19–23°C. Evenings can be cool in winter.
June to September
Dry and warm. Costa Adeje averages 23–26°C and Arrecife 25–28°C, with the sea at 20–24°C. The north of Tenerife stays cooler and greener.
Wind and the north coast
Fuerteventura and Lanzarote are breezy, which cools summer days but can make the beach feel fresh in winter. Puerto de la Cruz in the north of Tenerife is cloudier and has more rain than the south.
Maspalomas Dunes at dusk
Muslim-friendly travel
Muslim-friendly travel in the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are not a Muslim-majority destination, so halal options are limited. There are mosques in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and some halal and Turkish restaurants in the larger towns. Facilities vary by hotel and resort, and we confirm what matters to you before you book.
- Halal foodSome halal and Turkish restaurants in larger towns; resort choice is limited, so ask us before you travel
- Fish and vegetarian foodGrilled fish, salads and vegetarian dishes are on most menus; check each kitchen
- Villas and apartmentsSelf-catering apartments and private-pool villas give you control over food and privacy
- MosquesMosques in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas; none in the southern resorts
- Halal meals on the flightAvailable on request with most airlines; we can request them when you book
- Hotels without a barSome hotels and apartment blocks have no bar; we can ask on request
Canary Islands holiday FAQs
Questions about Canary Islands holidays
Quick answers for UK travellers. For anything else, our UK team is happy to help.
020 7871 4545How long is the flight to the Canary Islands from the UK?
Flights from London take approx. 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes to Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. The islands keep the same time as the UK all year, so there is no time difference.
When is the best time to visit the Canary Islands?
The islands are warm all year. October to May is the main season for UK visitors, with daytime highs of around 18–24°C and the sea at 18–23°C. Summer is dry at 25–28°C, though the north of Tenerife stays cooler and cloudier.
Which Canary Island should I choose?
Tenerife has a wide choice of resorts and Mount Teide. Gran Canaria has the Maspalomas dunes and a long beach. Lanzarote has volcanic scenery and white villages, and Fuerteventura has long sandy beaches and steady winds for watersports.
Can I visit more than one island?
Yes. Our Lanzarote and Fuerteventura holiday uses the ferry between Playa Blanca and Corralejo, approx. 25 to 35 minutes. We can also quote other combinations on request.
Is the Canary Islands a good choice for Muslim travellers?
It is possible, with some limits. There are mosques in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas, and some halal and Turkish restaurants in larger towns. Resort areas have fewer options, so self-catering apartments and private-pool villas suit many families. We confirm facilities before you book.
Are Canary Islands holiday packages ATOL protected?
Yes. Holidays that include a flight are protected under ATOL 10416, and you’ll receive an ATOL Certificate when you pay. Entry rules can change, so check entry requirements before you travel.
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