Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Alicante.
Allow plenty of time to catch your ALC to Johannesburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from ALC to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Johannesburg
The best price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg flight is R 8,090. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,524. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ALC to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ALC to Johannesburg.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Johannesburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
After stepping off your ALC to Johannesburg flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HLA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Johannesburg in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book an Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ALC to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Johannesburg:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
