Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Your ATH to ALC flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between ATH and ALC:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is R 850. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,776. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to ALC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ATH to ALC.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near ALC:
Travel at your own speed with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and find adventure across Alicante and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Airport, Alicante is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Alicante in January.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to ALC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Alicante, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 370 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 483 kilometres north of Alicante. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are key highlights.