Let’s talk about something completely bonkers: it’s often cheaper to fly to Tenerife—yes, that sun-drenched Canary Island paradise—than it is to take a train from London to Manchester. And if you’re a digital nomad or remote worker eyeing up coliving spaces in Tenerife, this is very good news.
Here’s a crazy example, when I signed the legals for the building I couldn’t stay over as I had to be at work the next day, so I flew out on the first flight from Stansted and caught the last flight back and it was less than £60.
✈️ Tenerife on a Budget? Yes Please
Whether you’re dreaming of volcano hikes, coworking by the beach, or setting up in one of the many new coliving communities in Spain, Tenerife is calling—and it’s doing it for cheap.
Budget airlines are fighting for your attention with seriously low fares:
- easyJet: One-way tickets from £26.99 from London Gatwick, Bristol, and more.
- Ryanair: Return flights for around £54 (aka your monthly coffee budget).
- British Airways: One-way fares from £62 if you’re feeling fancy.
Whether you’re coming for a quick getaway or planning a few weeks in a digital nomad coliving space in Tenerife, you can fly in and out for less than most UK rail journeys.
🚆 Meanwhile… in the UK
Now here’s the part that makes you want to cry into your Pret sandwich.
- A peak-time ticket from London to Manchester can cost £175.50. That’s enough to cover a flight, Airbnb, and maybe a mojito.
- Last-minute fares on other popular UK routes regularly hit £100+.
- Even short journeys are overpriced unless you book three months ahead, travel off-peak, and carry a lucky charm.
Oh, and rail fares just went up by another 4.6% this year. Classic.
🤯 Tenerife vs Train Tickets: The Showdown
So here’s your choice:
🚂 Pay over £150 to sit on a UK train that may or may not arrive on time
OR
✈️ Spend £60-£90 to fly to Tenerife, work from a sunny terrace, and explore affordable coliving spaces designed for remote workers
Honestly, no contest.
🌴 Tenerife for Digital Nomads & Coliving Lovers
The rise of remote working in the Canary Islands has turned Tenerife into a bit of a hotspot. You’ll find everything from beachfront coworking cafes to warehouse-style coliving spaces with communal kitchens and creative vibes.
If you’re looking for:
- Coliving spaces in Spain that don’t break the bank
- A chilled, inspiring community for entrepreneurs and creatives
- Fast Wi-Fi and plenty of sunlight to power your remote hustle
…Tenerife’s got your name on it.
Many digital nomad coliving spaces in Tenerife offer flexible stays, shared workspaces, weekly events, and access to nature—all for less than what you’d pay in London rent or even a couple of UK train tickets.
💡 Quick Tips to Travel Smart
For flights to Tenerife:
- Book early, ideally 4–6 weeks ahead
- Fly midweek (Tuesdays or Thursdays = best prices)
- Keep it light to avoid extra baggage fees
For UK trains (if you must):
- Book in advance
- Travel off-peak
- Get a Railcard if you’re eligible—it might help
🎤 Final Word
So here’s the deal: you could stay in the UK and fork out £175 to visit your nan in Leeds… or you could head to a coliving space in Tenerife, swim before breakfast, and knock out your to-do list from a sunny rooftop (…you should always visit your nan as well, so maybe fly via Tenerife for the best of both worlds).
Remote working in Spain has never looked so good—and thanks to bargain flights, it’s more accessible than ever.
Catch you in the Canaries?
